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Research Assistant - KSU Commercial Cow-Calf Unit
Full-Time, Unclassified - Term (Job #517949)
This position will support the operations of the KSU Commercial Cow-Calf Unit under the direct supervision of the Farm Manager. The incumbent must be willing to be called to work to collect animals who have escaped in the evenings, weekends and/or on Holidays, and be willing to work outdoors in extreme heat or cold temperatures. The incumbent will be deemed "Essential" during periods of Inclement Weather directed by the University Administration and will be expected to report to work as usual.
50% Plan and supervise data collection activities and data processing for research projects dealing with the nutrition and management of a range-based cow herd, its associated calf crop, and its associated pasture resources. Specific tasks include but are not limited to daily management of ongoing research projects, management of graduate and undergraduate student labor, application of quality - control procedures for data collections activities and maintaining inventories of research supplies and animal health supplies. The incumbent shares responsibility for the daily care of all beef cattle that are under the ownership or management of the KSU Commercial Cow-Calf Unit.
20% Responsible for keeping accurate and detailed records including but not limited to: documentation of research procedures and results, management of animal production records, documentation of student worker training, documentation of compliance with animal welfare standards, and documentation of compliance with regulations concerning animal research and animal production.
10% Supervise and train graduate and undergraduate students in field and laboratory procedures that involve data collection, data analysis, research documentation, and general ranch tasks. Assist the Farm Manager with coordination of collaborative research projects between the faculty and graduate students of Animal Sciences and Industry, Agronomy, Biology, Konza Prairie, off-campus KSU research stations, other universities, and industry partners.
10% Cooperate with the Farm Manager and managers of the other KSU ASI animal units to promote efficient use of labor and equipment.
10% Coordinate maintenance and repair of equipment used in research and animal care.
To apply, go to: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/742/cw/en-us/job/517949/research-assistant
Research Technician
Research Technician - Kansas Artificial Breeding Services Unit (KABSU)
Full-Time, Unclassified - Term (Job #518278)
The Kansas Artificial Breeding Services Unit (KABSU) is a unit within the Department of Animal Sciences and Industry at Kansas State University that provides reproductive resources to livestock, equine and canine customers throughout Kansas and neighboring states. It is a self-funded fee-for-service business unit. This position will perform duties relevant to the daily activities of the Kansas Artificial Breeding Service Unit's Collection, Laboratory and Housing facilities.
10% Daily customer communication is required regarding bull entry and discharge information and documents.
10% Collect bull health testing samples in accordance with the National Association of animal Breeders (NAAB) and Certified Semen Service (CSS) regulations and guidelines. Samples with accurate sample identification and submission information will be forwarded to the appropriate Diagnostic Laboratory for requested testing.
40% Assist with the daily feeding, care and management of all bulls housed at the KABSU facility. An individual daily record of feeding and health activity for each bull will be documented and reviewed weekly by the KABSU facility Animal Health Officer. Some weekend care of facility housed livestock may be required on a rotational basis among staff members.
40% Collect bovine semen samples from bulls located at the KABSU facility and from bulls on client ranches using recognized industry procedures for maximizing sperm harvest. Samples with accurate sample identification and accession information will be forwarded to the KABSU Laboratory for quality evaluation. Some day travel is required with occasional overnight necessary.
To apply, go to: https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/research-technician-manhattan-kansas-united-states-4600d43f-6c43-44c2-9512-3efc3c86ace7
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