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NCSU

Research Technician - Animal Science

Raleigh, NC

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Tuskegee University

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University of Hawaii

Lecturer (Animal Science)

Hilo, HI · On-site

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Visiting Research Scientist - Ruminant Breeding and Genetics-2181

Visiting Research Scientist - Ruminant Breeding and Genetics-2181

Oklahoma State University

Langston, OK • On-site

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Job description

Visiting Research Scientist - Ruminant Breeding and Genetics-2181

Apply now Job no: 493789
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: Langston
Categories: Research

Campus

LANGSTON

Contact Name & Email

Nika Wilson, luhumanresources@langston.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$42,000 - $45,000

Commensurate with education and experience

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

The successful candidate will be expected to develop a nationally and internationally recognized research program in basic and/or applied animal breeding and genetics fields, both independently and in collaboration with other scientists on research of interest. The individual is expected to supervise student workers and mentor undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidate is also expected to participate in extension programs of ruminant production.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

A PhD in Animal Science or a closely related discipline is required. Profound knowledge and experience in animal breeding, molecular breeding, animal genetics, quantitative genetics, or biological informatics are required. The incumbent should have a demonstrated interest in goats, beef cattle, and/or hair sheep with a strong background in animal breeding research. The incumbent must have a demonstrated ability to conduct research appropriate for publication in peer-reviewed journals. The incumbent should be knowledgeable in methods of data handling and statistical analysis used in animal science research, and will be expected to possess considerable skills in both oral and written communication. The ability to work cooperatively with others is essential for successful teamwork.

NOTE:

Although experience is a desired quality for this position, what is even more important is an expressed passion for work, the ability to learn quickly, an optimistic attitude, a desire to serve people and communities, and the ability to be an ultimate teammate. In this regard, the position offers exceptional growth opportunities for early- to mid-career professionals and fosters collaborative work.

Required Qualification
  • A PhD in Animal Science or a closely related discipline is required. 
  • (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
  • Profound knowledge and experience in animal breeding, molecular breeding, animal genetics, quantitative genetics, or biological informatics are required.
  • The incumbent should have a demonstrated interest in goats, beef cattle, and/or hair sheep with a strong background in animal breeding research. The incumbent must have a demonstrated ability to conduct research appropriate for publication in peer-reviewed journals

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

  • The incumbent should be knowledgeable in methods of data handling and statistical analysis used in animal science research and will be expected to possess considerable skills in both oral and written communication.
  • The ability to work cooperatively with others is essential for successful teamwork.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ph.D./Ed.D- A PhD in Animal Science or a closely related discipline is required.
  • Profound knowledge and experience in animal breeding, molecular breeding, animal genetics, quantitative genetics, or biological informatics are required.
  • The incumbent should have a demonstrated interest in goats, beef cattle, and/or hair sheep with a strong background in animal breeding research.
  • The incumbent must have a demonstrated ability to conduct research appropriate for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
  • The incumbent should be knowledgeable in methods of data handling and statistical analysis used in animal science research, and will be expected to possess considerable skills in both oral and written communication.
  • The ability to work cooperatively with others is essential for successful teamwork.

Advertised: 26 Jan 2026 Central Standard Time
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