Agricultural Specialist II - Beef Nutrition Farm
Agricultural Specialist II - Beef Nutrition Farm
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Position Title:
Agricultural Specialist II - Beef Nutrition FarmJob Group:
Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 2 years of related experiencePreferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Agriculture Animal Science or a related fieldExperience operating agricultural equipment and handling beef cattle in a feedlot or research setting
Demonstrated knowledge of cattle health management including disease prevention and treatment protocols
Supervisory or team leadership experience including training or oversight of student workers or farm staff
Experience working in a teaching or research farm environment with a focus on safety protocol adherence and student development
Job Description:
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University is seeking an Agricultural Specialist II to support the Beef Nutrition Research Farm in the Department of Animal Science. This position plays a critical role in the daily operation and research functions of a feedlot facility that supports cutting-edge animal science research hands-on student learning and industry-relevant production practices.
The Agricultural Specialist II will manage the beef cattle herd including health feeding and bedding support research protocols and oversee student employees. The role requires technical expertise in cattle production and nutrition familiarity with research procedures and the ability to operate and maintain specialized equipment.
Responsibilities include:
Manage daily feedlot operations to ensure optimal animal care and research compliance
Oversee and train undergraduate and graduate student employees in operations safety and animal handling practices
Formulate mix and deliver experimental rations and maintain accurate records of feed delivery cattle performance and animal health
Operate and maintain specialized equipment including tractors feed mills skid steers and trucks used in cattle care and feed preparation
Monitor cattle health diagnose illness administer treatments and coordinate with veterinarians and researchers on herd health protocols
Operate feedlot and ration management software for reporting and documentation
Participate in farm budgeting inventory management and procurement of feedstuffs and supplies
Review and recommend updates to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
This position requires a high level of independence attention to detail and commitment to safety and research excellence.
Level Guidelines
Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
Applies broad working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex difficult and varied problems and issues
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:
RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
PS806Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
July 3 2025Posting Close Date:
July 10 2025Job Requisition Number:
R17331Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
