Swine Research Farm Technician
Full time @The Ohio State University posted 3 weeks ago in Production Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 41939
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Experience Prior experience preferred
Job Description
Reporting to the Manager of CFAES Western Agricultural Research Station, assists with overall implementation of swine production supporting research and undergraduate education; provides support services for CFAES faculty, staff
and students in planning and implementing swine research projects; assists with instruction of student employees; performs animal operations specific to swine production (feeding, farrowing, breeding, moving animals within the
facilities, and other operations in a research and teaching environment); assists with animal health care; assists with manure handling and application to fields; assists with loading and transporting swine to other OSU campuses and
market destinations with truck and trailer; assists with general operations including grounds, facilities and machinery maintenance; cleans, repairs, and maintains animal facilities, pens and gates, feeders, watering equipment, etc.; keeps detailed records of animal operations and treatment parameters; assists with data and sample collection; prepares data summaries and reports; assists with student labs; interacts with and carries out other duties on behalf of investigators; may be required to perform similar duties at other CFAES locations; other duties as assigned; works adjusted schedules according to operational needs; position is located in South Charleston, OH.
Experience: High School Education Required. Associates degree in Animal Sciences desired.
Required: 6 months experience with swine production; ability to operate and repair farm machinery; working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, email, web browser; excellent communication and collaboration skills in a team work
environment; Must be able to lift 50 pounds and perform physical work for extended periods; drivers license.
Desired Experience: Livestock production experience. Ability to translate, adapt, and apply academic or practical knowledge in conduct of biological research; ability to repair and maintain animal facilities
Additional Information:
This job profile is a Farm Coordinator 3 (T3 level) position on the career roadmap.
The salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.
