Research and Development Associate jobs in Auburn, AL

This is a one year limited term position and is funded from external sources. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds.

The Poultry Science Department is seeking candidates for a Research Assistant/Associate position to assist with ongoing research activities in poultry behavior and welfare. Job duties include laboratory management (ordering supplies, maintaining compliance), research project management (preparation, animal care, and sample collection, training and advising students, arranging schedules), data management (organization, statistical analysis, and report preparation), and media communications for the laboratory.

About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.

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Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

Research Assistant:
Level I: Bachelor's Degree in poultry science, animal science, or other related fields including ethology, veterinary science, neurobiology, agriculture or similar; no experience required.

Level II: Bachelor's Degree in poultry science, animal science, or other related fields including ethology, veterinary science, neurobiology, agriculture or similar and 2 years of experience relevant to the position.

Research Associate:
Level I: Masters degree in poultry science, animal science, or other related fields including ethology, veterinary science, neurobiology, agriculture or similar; no experience required.

*Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed.

Substitutions Allowed For Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Ability to communicate effectively and use Outlook, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.

A valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment is required.

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.



AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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