Research Field Tech-AN SCI

University of Arkansas System • Hope, AR

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About The Position

The Research Field Technician is responsible for conducting field farming research activities, analysis of field data, and preparation of summary reports. Feeds and cares for livestock. Collects samples for analysis. Measures and sorts cattle into experimental units. Assist with cow and heifer calving. Work with stocker cattle and research data. Performs fence, equipment, and building maintenance. Collects and maintains farm equipment and vehicles and performs routine scheduled maintenance. Collects data. Reports results to supervisor. Keeps records of test animals and reports problems to supervisor. Insures best practices are implemented. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or director of SWREC. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

Requirements

• The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma, plus two years of experience in farming operations.
• Must possess a valid Arkansas driver's license if travel is required.

Nice To Haves

• Arkansas Pesticide Applicator's License

Responsibilities

• Conducting field farming research activities
• Analysis of field data
• Preparation of summary reports
• Feeds and cares for livestock
• Collects samples for analysis
• Measures and sorts cattle into experimental units
• Assist with cow and heifer calving
• Work with stocker cattle and research data
• Performs fence, equipment, and building maintenance
• Collects and maintains farm equipment and vehicles and performs routine scheduled maintenance
• Collects data
• Reports results to supervisor
• Keeps records of test animals and reports problems to supervisor
• Insures best practices are implemented
• Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or director of SWREC

Benefits

• The University of Arkansas System is a comprehensive, publicly-supported higher education institution composed of 18 unique campuses, divisions and administrative units that share the singular goal of serving Arkansas residents and others by developing and sharing knowledge to impact an ever-changing world.
• The UA System provides access to academic and professional education, and develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students, staff and faculty.
• The system further promotes an atmosphere of excellence that honors the heritage and diversity of our state and nation.
• It provides students, researchers and professionals with tools to promote responsible stewardship of human, natural and financial resources in Arkansas and around the globe, and with workforce-relevant knowledge to enhance economic development efforts that improve the overall quality of life and societal well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED