United Animal Health · 9 hours ago
Research Coordinator
Frankfort, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expUnited Animal Health is seeking a Research Coordinator to oversee daily activities associated with research trials at a research farm. The role involves coordinating research projects, supporting trial execution, and ensuring operational needs are met for studies, primarily in a farm-based environment.
Farming
Responsibilities
Oversee daily tasks for all active research projects, including walking barns each day and caring for animals when a barn caretaker is unavailable
Record and enter daily weights and feed data into Excel spreadsheets and upload information to the corporate website
Prepare research trial diets and operate computerized feed systems
Lead team members in recording accurate pig and feed weights to ensure precise feed consumption data
Support general production activities within a grow/finish swine operation, including vaccinating, administering treatments, recording observations, monitoring ventilation, operating light equipment, and occasional power washing
Maintain accurate, detailed documentation for all research activities
Support ongoing research initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement of trial processes
Promote and maintain a safe, secure, and biosecure working environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
Ability to effectively use the company email system (Outlook)
Working knowledge of research trial protocols and best practices
Basic understanding of animal nutrition principles
Ability to operate farm equipment and technology systems (ex., Fancom feed system)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent time management and multi-tasking abilities
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more regularly
Good body flexibility including frequent bending, twisting, and repetitive movements
Mobility and stamina to endure manual labor, included extended periods of standing, and working with livestock
Ability to work in farm environments with exposure to varying temperatures and seasonal conditions
Adhere to all company safety procedures and regulations
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Strictly follow all biosecurity protocols
Preferred
1–2 years of experience working with livestock preferred
1+ year of experience conducting research preferred
1–2 years of livestock experience preferred
1+ year of research experience preferred
Company
United Animal Health
United Animal Health, formally JBS United, was founded in 1956 and is dedicated to providing research based solutions that create value for its partners in animal agriculture.
201-500 employees
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Trent Torrance
Chief Operating Officer
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