Research Farm Specialist 2

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Farm Specialist 2 is responsible for assisting with agricultural research in an experimental farm environment at the Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center/Research. The mission of Southern University and A&M College is to provide a student-focused teaching and learning environment that creates global leadership opportunities for a diverse student population where teaching, research, service, scholarly and creative expectations for students and faculty are achieved through the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs offered at the institution via different instructional modalities and via public service.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in research farming or in farm management
• OR Three years of experience in farming
• OR Twelve semester hours in an agricultural field
• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.

Responsibilities

• Mixing feed according to research specifications
• Evaluating health of animals and treating diseases
• Empties and decontaminates trash containers
• Adjust and maintain complex equipment and operate experimental plot equipment to establish, maintain and harvest research plots with a high level precision
• Assist with the care and management of animals involved in assigned research projects
• Assist with agricultural research in an experimental farm environment
• Mix chemicals according to instructions on container labels
• Record and report data and maintain accurate research records
• Discuss research projects with professional researchers to devise methods and provide technical farming expertise

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed