Research Associate - Equine Reproduction
Research Associate - Equine Reproduction
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Job Title
Research Associate Equine ReproductionAgency
Tarleton State UniversityDepartment
Animal ScienceResearchProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Stephenville TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
The Department of Animal Science housed within the College of Agricultural and Natural Resources invites highly qualified and motivated candidates to apply for the Research Associate position.
This fulltime grantfunded nonfaculty research position is a renewable twelvemonth appointment with continued employment contingent on funding availability program needs and satisfactory performance with a hybrid work location between Stephenville Texas and field sites in Millsap Texas. Work hours: MonFri; 8 AM5 PM or as work requirements indicate.
Requires the ability to work remotely at the Universitys discretion.
The research associate performs independent or supervisory roles in Equine Reproduction Research activities requiring an advanced level of knowledge. Contributes to proposals for funding agencies operation of research equipment and assists in the training and mentoring of undergraduate students. This position will train under the direction of a research mentor in a fulltime program of advanced research and training beyond the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine level.
*This announcement will fill three vacancies.
Responsibilities:
Perform ovarian follicular aspirations in mares to obtain immature and matured preovulatory oocytes
Develop in vitro maturation conditions for oocytes
Cryopreserve oocytes and enhance understanding of conditions necessary for cellular maturation
Conduct fieldwork at an equine clinical facility as part of the research responsibilities
Assist in training and mentoring undergraduate students involved in research projects
Collaborate with faculty and researchers on ongoing studies and contribute to the development of new research initiatives
Prepare research findings for publication in scientific journals and present results at academic conferences
Contribute to grant writing and project proposals related to equine reproduction research
Support the development and maintenance of laboratory facilities at the Animal and Plant Sciences Center
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in a relevant field
Two years of related professional experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree
Appointment Terms:
Contingent upon mutual agreement satisfactory performance and availability of funds
Appointment renewal is at the universitys discretion
Professional Development:
Opportunity for collaborative and independent research and publication
Performance evaluation: At least one written evaluation per 12month appointment
Salary
Commensurate
Salary Range
The target base annual salary range is $40000. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:
Educational Benefits employee perks that help enrich grow and foster career and professional development:
Employee Health Wellness and Financial Planning
Fully covered employee health insurance
Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees insurance coverages as of the 1stday of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement and Insurance programs
Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!
Paid sick leave
Holiday pay
Vacation
Longevity pay
Paid Birthday Leave Tarleton State University awards all leaveeligible employees paid time off for their birthday!
Other
Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!
Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.
Employee Wellness Release Time
Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation
and other Tarleton Discounts
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Application Procedure:
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via Submit action.
Employment applications must include:
Completed online application
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. See resume is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
