Research Professional 1

About the Job

8352P1 Research Professional 1

Department of Animal Science

College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences

St. Paul Campus

General Description of Laboratory

The Salfer Lab is focused on research related to nutrition and metabolism of dairy cows, including both applied studies meant to solve industry-focused problems and exploratory research to develop novel strategies to improve dairy cow efficiency, productivity, and environmental sustainability. Current research is focused on feed additives to improve energetic efficiency, nitrogen use efficiency, and reduce greenhouse gas and nitrogen emissions from dairy cows, as well as research to characterize relationships between circadian rhythms and metabolism of dairy cows.

Position Overview

This position will be required to manage laboratory activities and assist the PI and graduate students with research projects. This is a part-time, 20 hours a week, in person position.

Duties will include:

(30%) Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and samples and equipment and order new supplies when needed

(10%) Assisting with management of IACUC protocols

(20%) Assisting graduate students with feeding and sampling cows for dairy nutrition experiments

(30%) Assist with laboratory work and maintenance of laboratory equipment

(10%) Managing undergraduate research personnel

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

B.S. in Animal Science or related field, or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years

Experience handling and conducting research with dairy cattle

Experience with feed drying, grinding, and analysis procedures

Strong organizational skills

Strong interpersonal skills and a team-focused attitude

Willingness to learn new laboratory procedures

Demonstrated commitment to advancing and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion including the ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals with diverse identities and underrepresented groups.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with analytical chemistry techniques including fat extraction, acid-hydrolysis, bomb calorimetry, and detergent fiber analysis

Experience with physiological assays such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays, cell culture, PCR

About the Department

Department Overview

The Department of Animal Science is recognized nationally and internationally for its excellent research, teaching, and extension programs in animal agriculture and animal biology. Our faculty members have received national recognition for the quality of their classroom instruction and attention to student needs and concerns. www.ansci.umn.edu

College Overview

The College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) is composed of 13 academic departments, 10 research and outreach centers across Minnesota, plus the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, the Bell Museum, and dozens of interdisciplinary centers that span the college, the university, and the globe. CFANS offers thirteen undergraduate majors and thirteen graduate majors, three pre-major/pre-professional programs and 23 minors for undergraduate students.

Undergraduate enrollment in the college is about 2000 students. CFANS students are well-prepared for a diverse, multicultural workforce through the college's emphasis on experiential, interdisciplinary, and intercultural learning; internships and global perspectives.

At CFANS, we aim to inspire minds, nourish people, and enhance the natural environment, and we believe that's only possible if everyone feels seen, heard and respected. Our College embraces equity and diversity and prioritizes purpose-driven scientific discovery in order for us to build a better tomorrow, together. We align with the University of Minnesota in providing equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Benefits

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How To Apply

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For more information about this position, please contact Isaac Salfer, ijsalfer@umn.edu.

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Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).