RESEARCH SPECIALIST I

Division of Animal Science

Research Specialist I

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

50% Research Feed Delivery:

• Coordinate with faculty and research staff to determine dietary requirements for research animals, ensuring accuracy and compliance with study protocols.
• Deliver feed to research facilities based on inventory levels and animal demand, maintaining timely and consistent supply across units.
• Operate and maintain feed delivery truck, including routine inspections and basic servicing to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Monitor and maintain feed storage systems, including bins and related equipment, ensuring cleanliness, functionality, and proper inventory levels.
• Follow established biosecurity and sanitation procedures when handling and delivering feed to prevent cross-contamination between research units.
• Maintain records of feed deliveries, usage, and inventory to support research tracking and operational efficiency.

25% Research Animal Transport:

• Coordinate and safely transport research swine between farm units, facilities, and market locations. Ensuring proper animal handling practices to minimize stress and maintain welfare standards during loading, transit, and unloading.
• Operate and maintain vehicles, livestock trailers and equipment for safe and efficient animal movement.
• Maintain strict adherence to biosecurity protocols to prevent disease transmission between sites.

25% Equine Farm Operations Support

• Assist with daily operations of the equine facility, including feeding, watering, barn management tasks and general care of horses.
• Assist with handling and moving horses for routine procedures, treatments, and facility needs.
• Support pasture and facility maintenance, including fencing, grounds upkeep, equipment maintenance and general labor as needed.
• Follow established safety protocols and animal welfare standards in all aspects of equine care.

Other duties as assigned

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $17.40 - $24.50 hourly.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: Salary Plan GGS 007
University Title: RESEARCH SPECIALIST I
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MU Application, Resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for references will be required for hire.

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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