Research Project Assistant

Position Details

Position Information


Announcement Number
STAFF - VA - 26272


For questions regarding this position, please contact:


Lorinda Fields
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Classification Title
Research Professional


Working Title
Research Project Assistant


Brief Position Overview


This position will assist Dr. Timothy DelCurto with the management of the USDA ARS Precision Livestock Initiative. This includes working with numerous graduate students and research associates to complete research objectives.

Position Number
4C5571


Department
Animal & Range Sciences


Division
College of Agriculture/MAES


Appointment Type
Professional


Contract Term
Fiscal Year


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FLSA
Exempt


Union Affiliation
Exempt from Collective Bargaining


FTE
1.0


Benefits Eligible
Eligible


Salary
Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.


Contract Type
LOA


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Recruitment Type
Open

Position Details


General Statement


Our faculty and staff are dedicated to all aspects of the animal production industry, including livestock, water, range and pasture, wildlife management, nutrition, reproduction and meat products. Through engaging instruction inside and outside the classroom, we pass this dedication on to our students.

We place the highest priority on education and student advancement, evidenced by our robust curriculum, experiential learning, investment in facilities and laboratories and low student-instructor ratio. Graduates of our programs find meaningful careers that combine their interests, skills and knowledge.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct ruminant livestock research.
• Assist with graduate student projects including:
  • Data collection
  • Analysis and publication
  • Guest lecture in Animal Science courses
• Work independently on animal research projects.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Masters Degree in Animal Science or related field.
2. Experience working with ruminant livestock.
3. Experience with ruminant nutrition laboratory methods.
4. Experience with data management and analysis.
5. Experience with manuscript preparation.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Solid background with forage nutrition as it relates to beef production.
2. Proven track record in oral and written communication.
3. Willingness to assist other graduate students with research. projects including laboratory work, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
4. Understanding and experience in low-stress livestock management.

The Successful Candidate Will


The successful candidate will have a solid background in ruminant nutrition research and beef production systems. Abilities will include forage chemistry training, sample processing, conducting animal performance and nutrition research projects.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information


This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties?
No

Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies
1


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Applications will be:


Screening of applications will begin on May 27, 2026 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.

EEO Statement


Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

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