Louisiana State University · 5 days ago
Research Associate Coordinator and Supervisor (Horse/Sheep/Goat Manager)
Baton Rouge, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelLouisiana State University is seeking a Research Associate Coordinator and Supervisor for their Central Research Station. The role involves providing technical research and management support for horse, sheep, and goat units, overseeing daily operations, and managing staff while supporting teaching, research, and extension functions.
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Responsibilities
Provide broad technical research and management support for the LSU AgCenter Central Station Horse and Sheep/Goat Units
Specific responsibilities will include day-to-day management of horses, goats and sheep, which supports teaching, research, and extension functions for the School of Animal Sciences
Duties include animal health care and biosecurity, research data collection, production records, animal inventory maintenance, and related duties
Responsibilities also include pasture management, infrastructure maintenance, farm equipment maintenance and repair, general budget management, and supervision of two full-time employees and numerous part-time student workers
This position reports to the Resident Director of Central Research Station administratively but works closely with faculty and the administrative head of the School of Animal Sciences with respect to teaching, research, and extension programs
This position will also be expected to interact with, assist, and support Animal Science Department graduate students, the AgCenter Institutional Veterinarian, the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine, and with any other departmental personnel conducting research or teaching activities at this location
The successful candidate will also assist in lectures within their area of expertise and oversee laboratories taught at the Horse and Sheep/Goat units
Qualification
Required
Baccalaureate and/or Master's degree in Animal Science or closely related field
Knowledge and experience in working in an agricultural research setting dealing with animal production
Working knowledge of farming practices, including pesticide applications and operation of farm machinery
Practical experience in managing animal herds (horses, goats, sheep)
Organizational skills to maintain records and assist in data collection
Computer skills are required
Preferred
Knowledge and experience in working in an agricultural research setting dealing with animal production
Working knowledge of farming practices, including pesticide applications and operation of farm machinery
Benefits
Retirement
Multiple medical insurance options
Supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.)
Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses)
University holidays (14 per year)
Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System
Company
Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University is the flagship university for Louisiana, supporting land, sea and space grant research.
Founded in 1853
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.38MKey Investors
Louisiana Economic DevelopmentFederal Aviation AdministrationUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2024-08-13Grant· $0.2M
2024-03-05Grant· $0.48M
2023-11-09Grant· $0.6M
Leadership Team
James Olson
President and CEO, LSU Stephenson Technologies Center (STC)
Blance Bankston
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