Part-Time Dairy Farm Research Assistant (Harvatine Lab)
The Pennsylvania State University
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Animal Nutritional Physiology research group is seeking part-time assistance with dairy nutrition experiments at the Penn State Dairy farm. The position will primarily be responsible for collecting and weighing feed refusals, calculating amount of feed needed that day, and mixing and delivering feed to cows on nutrition experiments. Requires early morning hours (~5:30 to 8:30 AM) 3 to 4 days per week. Will also assist with collection of milk samples some mornings. Requires ability to lift 50 lbs with or without assistance. Previous experience with cows or other large animals preferred.
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Summary
Assist with dairy nutrition experiments, feed management, and milk sampling at Penn State farm.
Job title
Part-Time Dairy Farm Research Assistant (Harvatine Lab)
Experience level
preferred experience with cows or large animals
Industry
education
Location requirements
Penn State University Park, on-site, no remote work allowed
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
University Park, State College, PA, USA