Research Specialist II (Goat Specialist)
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Prairie View, TX - USA
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Job Summary
Job Title
Research Specialist II (Goat Specialist)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Adloc Cooperative Agriculture And Research CenterProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Important Immigration information:
A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19 2025 imposes a $100000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21 2025.Please be advised that TexasA&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.
In addition on January 27 2026 Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission.Accordingly if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visastatusthis moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
The Research Specialist II (Goat Specialist) is responsible for the daily care health monitoring and productivity assessment of approximately 450 goats at the International Goat Research Center. The herd consists of 80% meat goats (Spanish and Boer breeds) and 20% dairy goats (Alpine breed). This position plays a critical role in maintaining herd health supporting research initiatives and ensuring optimal animal welfare and productivity.
This position is funded by restricted funds or a grant. Continued employment is contingent upon the renewal of restricted or grant funds.
The salary isdeterminedin accordance withthe Universitys compensation structure and will becommensuratewith the candidates education and experience within the assigned salary range for this position.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts daily herd inspections health monitoring treatment administration and maintaining animal health records for approximately 450 goats requires substantial ongoing attention.
- Performs daily feeding operations feed monitoring pasture rotation assistance and water management are critical recurring responsibilities.
- Provides breeding assistance estrus monitoring kidding support and breeding documentation require seasonal but specialized oversight.
- Support Alpine dairy herd operations. through dairy goat support milking assistance and sanitation responsibilities.
- Maintains barns fencing shelters feeding equipment and general livestock facility upkeep is essential for operational continuity and animal welfare.
- Documents herd productivity health treatments assessments and reporting supports both operational management and research initiatives. Participates in college-wide events.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelors Degree
- Six years of related experience.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Seven years of experience in herd management including health monitoring breeding and recordkeeping.
- Knowledge of goat breeds behavior and basic veterinary practices.
- Ability to identify signs of illness aging and reproductive inefficiency.
- Strong organizational and observational skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Experience with both meat and dairy goat operations.
- Familiarity with livestock management software or recordkeeping systems.
- Basic understanding of animal science or agricultural research.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to lift moderately heavy objects.
- Ability to exert heavy force.
- Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends.
- Holiday work may be required depending on herd needs.
- Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
Job Posting Close Date:
07/09/2026
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Anyadditionalattachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicantsare required toapply via our Career Site on or before the closing dateindicatedon the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as IndeedHigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position viathePVAMUCareersite.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing dateindicatedto ensure full consideration for the applicationsubmitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing dateindicatedabove at or should you needassistancewith the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
