Livestock Technician

Closing Date:
Type of Position:
Research
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type: Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty. For more than 140 years, the university has worked to create an environment that fosters learning, growth and productivity while providing opportunities for students to advance. UAPB offers a low student-to-faculty ratio and a range of programs including certificates, associate degrees, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs in areas including Aquaculture/Fisheries.

The university also supports internships, co-ops and fellowships and has an active presence through multiple campuses and online offerings.

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Department: UAPB | SAFHS

A long-term goal of UAPB is to develop and contribute to the next generation of scientists trained in FANH and USDA careers. The first proposed approach is to build and sustain partnerships with USDA offices, public schools, and surrounding 4H clubs to introduce youth to FANH and USDA careers through peer-to-peer mentoring, summer camps for teachers with students, field trips, junior MANRRS sponsorship, and farm-to-school initiatives to provide non-formal educational opportunities and positive youth development.

• Manage the UAPB Livestock Farm, including livestock care (cows, goats, chickens, rabbits, etc.).
• Assist the animal science faculty and farm manager; oversee cleanliness and maintenance of animal facilities (cattle handling facility, goat barn, farrowing house, pig units, rabbit units, poultry facility).
• Support student outreach activities during laboratory sessions and on/off-campus demonstrations.
• Maintain data protocols on the farm; mentor/supervise student helpers.
• Conduct farm tours and monitor livestock health.
• Develop and assist with animal science labs; assist with facility maintenance and reporting needs to the Farm Manager.
• Oversee inventory and supply needs; report issues (plumbing, hydrants) to Farm Manager.
• Milk animals as needed and assist with breeding-related tasks (calving, mastitis care, bottle feeding).
• Assist with vaccination, de-worming, de-horning, castration and hoof trimming; assist with pasture, reproduction and feed management.
• Assist with experimental protocols and coordination with researchers; assist graduate students as needed.
• Conduct tours with Outreach Director; water and feed research animals daily; assist with ordering lab and field supplies; assist with sample collection and record keeping.

A minimum of a high school diploma with 5+ years of experience or a B.S. in biology or animal science or a related field with 2+ years of experience. Must have experience in data collection and processing, feed analysis, collection of animal samples, experimental design, and farm maintenance; computer literate.

Personal Characteristics:
The candidate should show responsibility, work with minimal supervision, complete tasks timely, be courteous and disciplined, and maintain good working relationships with colleagues.

Salary: $38,500.00

• List of three professional references (name, email, business title)
• Resume
• Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application to be considered for this position.

Sharron Williams

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site:  Do not send materials to the recruitment contact.

No Background Check Required. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct background checks for certain positions. Checks may include criminal background and sex offender registry as applicable. Background check information will be used in a manner consistent with state and federal law.

Equal Opportunity:
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an equal opportunity institution. The university does not discriminate in its education programs or activities on the basis of protected categories. Proof of legal authority to work in the United States is required on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Benefits Eligible:
Yes