Meat Laboratory Associate
Meat Laboratory Associate
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Job Description
Position Function:
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the Meat Science and Muscle Biology laboratory management. This includes harvest fabrication processing distribution and retailing of meat products as well as sanitation and supply inventory while adhering to all USDA regulations.
Salary Grade:12
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC these positions are Unclassified and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
The Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences is currently seeking a Meat Laboratory Associate to assist in the research management and production operations of the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station (MAFES) Meat Science and Muscle Biology Laboratory. The Meat Science and Muscle Biology Laboratory is a 15000 sq. ft. stateoftheart processing facility.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
June 1 2024.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. Harvest fabrication processing distribution and retailing of meat products.
2. Assist with research projects extension programs and teaching activities.
3. Fulfill USDA (FSIS) inspection HACCP and SSOP requirements.
4. Assist in the training and supervision of undergraduate and graduate students.
5. Maintain a safe and clean facility.
6. Operation and maintenance of specialized equipment.
Multiple Units on campus utilize the Meat Science and Muscle Biology Laboratory. The successful candidate will be expected to work with faculty from all Departments.
In addition to the job requirements listed above the successful candidate will have the opportunity to explore an advanced degree.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors Degree in Animal and Dairy Science or a closely related field.
Experience: Six 6 months of experience in meat science.
Substitution: An equivalent combination of related education and related experience may be considered for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to a candidate with meat laboratory management or meats judging experience.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of all aspects of butchery including but not limited to harvest fabrication retail merchandising further processing and cooking. Must have knowledge of USDA regulations regarding meat processing establishments and comprehensive experience in HACCP GMPs SSOPS Pest Control and Biosecurity.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Frequent heavy or intense physical requirements may be required. The position has routine deadlines; usually sufficient lead time; variance in work volume seasonal and predictable; priorities can be anticipated; some interruptions are present; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than the immediate supervisor. Job frequently requires standing walking talking hearing handling objects with hands and lifting up to 25 pounds. Job occasionally requires sitting climbing or balancing stooping/kneeling/crouching/ crawling and lifting more than 100 pounds.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: applicants MUST complete the online application located at to be considered for this position. A cover letter resume academic transcripts (with any social security numbers redacted) and contact information for three references should be submitted with the application.
Screening Date:
April 2 2024 until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity sex religion national origin disability age sexual orientation genetic information pregnancy gender identity status as a U.S. veteran and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women members of any minority group and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
