Part-Time Dairy Farm Research Assistant (Harvatine Lab)
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About the Role
The 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.
Responsibilities
- Collect and weigh feed refusals
- Calculate amount of feed needed that day
- Mix and deliver feed to cows on nutrition experiments
- Assist with collection of milk samples some mornings
Requirements
- Requires early morning hours (~5:30 to 8:30 AM) 3 to 4 days per week
- Requires ability to lift 50 lbs with or without assistance
- Previous experience with cows or other large animals preferred
Qualifications
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Skills
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