Research Project Assistant
Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement, Bozeman, MT, United States
Position Overview
This position will assist Dr. Timothy DelCurto with the management of the USDA ARS Precision Livestock Initiative, working with graduate students and research associates to complete research objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct ruminant livestock research.
Assist with graduate student projects including:
Data collection
Analysis and publication
Guest lecture in Animal Science courses
Work independently on animal research projects.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Masters Degree in Animal Science or related field.
Experience working with ruminant livestock.
Experience with ruminant nutrition laboratory methods.
Experience with data management and analysis.
Experience with manuscript preparation.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Solid background with forage nutrition as it relates to beef production.
Proven track record in oral and written communication.
Willingness to assist other graduate students with research projects including laboratory work, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
Understanding and experience in low‑stress livestock management.
The Successful Candidate Will
The successful candidate will have a solid background in ruminant nutrition research and beef production systems. Abilities will include forage chemistry training, sample processing, conducting animal performance and nutrition research projects.
Position Special Requirements / Additional Information
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
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This position will assist Dr. Timothy DelCurto with the management of the USDA ARS Precision Livestock Initiative, working with graduate students and research associates to complete research objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct ruminant livestock research.
Assist with graduate student projects including:
Data collection
Analysis and publication
Guest lecture in Animal Science courses
Work independently on animal research projects.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Masters Degree in Animal Science or related field.
Experience working with ruminant livestock.
Experience with ruminant nutrition laboratory methods.
Experience with data management and analysis.
Experience with manuscript preparation.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Solid background with forage nutrition as it relates to beef production.
Proven track record in oral and written communication.
Willingness to assist other graduate students with research projects including laboratory work, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
Understanding and experience in low‑stress livestock management.
The Successful Candidate Will
The successful candidate will have a solid background in ruminant nutrition research and beef production systems. Abilities will include forage chemistry training, sample processing, conducting animal performance and nutrition research projects.
Position Special Requirements / Additional Information
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
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