RESEARCH SPECIALIST SR

Division of Animal Sciences

Primary functions are to maintain poultry research flocks and assist with animal experiments related to genome editing and trait evaluation in poultry.

• Perform basic animal husbandry and artificial insemination
• Maintain records of flocks, feed, and necessary supplies
• Assist in the training and supervision of undergraduate lab workers and new employees in basic laboratory and animal-related techniques
• Help coordinate animal studies
• Help manage project logistics related to inventories and personnel scheduling
• Help coordinate sample shipping to collaborators and service providers
• Perform blood collections on live animals; perform tissue/sample collections from euthanized animals
• Isolate genomic DNA and RNA from tissues and employ standard molecular assays (e.g. quantitative PCR) to characterize edited genes
• Prepare primary cell cultures from poultry tissues and culture immortalized poultry cells
• Involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected to support the mission and purpose of the research and testing program. Opportunities for advancement are available for motivated and productive individuals

8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday

Other times and weekends as needed

Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Master's degree and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired are necessary. Must have experience culturing primary and immortalized poultry cells in antibiotic-free systems.

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $52,915.20 - $83,408 annually.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS-9E
University Title: SENIOR RESEARCH SPECIALIST

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Cover Letter, resume, and three references

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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