Position Function:
Assist in the research management and production operations of the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station (MAFES) H.H. Leveck Animal Research Center. This MAFES Center manages the care of beef cattle, sheep, goats, and rabbits.
Salary Grade: 13
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
The Animal and Dairy Sciences Department currently houses approximately 575 undergraduate students and 20 faculty, both on campus and at research and extension centers throughout Mississippi. The Department conducts teaching, research, and extension activities on the 1,200-acre H.H. Leveck Animal Research Center.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
July 1, 2025.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. Feeding and caring for animals.
2. Maintaining herd records and supervise the collection of information to prepare herd inventory status.
3. Assist with the administration of minor treatments and procedures to animals.
4. Operation and maintenance of laboratory and farm related equipment.
5. Maintenance of supplies and equipment used to facilitate research projects.
6. Responsible for prioritizing work and supervision of interns and student labor.
7. Assist faculty with research and graduate students with their research projects and participate in animal laboratories as necessary.
8. Perform related duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager.
Shifts will vary. The successful candidate will be expected to work weekends and holidays as needed, and job requires flexible scheduling.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in animal and dairy science or closely related field.
Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience managing animal production systems and experience working with research animals. The ability to operate various farm equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Skilled in livestock handling.
Ability to supervise others.
Good communication skills.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job. Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
All applicants must apply online at www.jobs.msstate.edu to be considered for this position. Attach to the online application college transcripts, resume, and cover letter. Any social security numbers included on requested transcripts should be redacted prior to submitting online. Three names of reference along with contact information should be submitted with the application. Any questions should be directed to Ginger Cavinder, PO Box 9815, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662)325-2803, or glc140@msstate.edu.
Screening Date:
May 30, 2025, until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
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