SVC Research has 2-2300 head wean-to-finish swine research facilities. We do cutting-edge research on a variety of applications, including diet formulation, feed and water additives, vaccines, and other general management decisions. Our office is in St. Peter, MN and the barns are near Gaylord, MN.
We are currently looking for a full-time research assistant. The job duties include the following:
• Daily chores, according to trial protocol or standard procedures
o Feeding pigs using Feed Logic
o Identification and treatment of sick pigs
o Daily record keeping on the computer, such as shots given, death, pigs removed from trial, and any other observations noted
o Use of water medicators for mass treatments/vaccination
• Must be able to do daily chores without supervision and other duties with limited supervision.
• Assists research manager with record keeping duties.
• Assists research team with data collection, which includes weighing whole pens of pigs, individual weighing, holding pigs for blood collection, and observational scores, such as scouring or tail biting.
• Helps with general maintenance and farm appearance. This includes mowing and light snow removal.
• Washes barns between groups of pigs and cleans alleyways and working facilities after moving pigs.
• Immediately reports all problems to supervisor.
• Work every other weekend and some holidays.
• Computer literate and/or comfortable with computers – willing to learn.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, do frequent stooping, bending, and climbing.
• This position will involve traveling between research barns on a regular basis.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as defined by management according to standards.
The job includes paid health insurance, employer matching retirement, and paid-time off. To apply contact scolgan@swinevetcenter.com
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