Research Technician

Butner Beef Cattle Field Lab ( BBCFL) is a 1,250 acre research unit located about 50 miles north of campus with a staff of 9.5 FTE. BBCFL serves as a research platform for research on beef cattle including nutrition, physiology, genetics, pest control, pasture management, crop production and related areas. BBCFL serves as a training and demonstration area utilized by graduate student and the general public.

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This position serves as the manager of the BBCFL Cow/Calf Division and oversees an expanding herd that currently has approximately 600 head of cattle, including cows, calves, replacement heifers, and bulls. The position will direct the daily activities of 1 - 3 employees, including research technicians, temporary employees, and student employees at any given time.

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

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