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RESEARCH FARM SPECIALIST 2
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State of Louisiana
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Job Description
The LSU AgCenter focuses on research, extension and teaching to make advancements that will benefit generations. The LSU AgCenter is one of eight campuses of the LSU System. With offices in every parish and research stations across the state, the LSU AgCenter is committed to serving the citizens of Louisiana. That pledge includes our dedication to agriculture and the vital work of providing innovation and support for the food and fiber sector while improving agriculture's valuable contributions to the state's economy. Our educational efforts span nutrition and health, food safety, backyard gardening, disaster preparedness, storm recovery, youth development, managing insects and natural threats, economic development, resource conservation and so much more. The LSU AgCenter provides individuals, families, businesses, schools, industries and local governments with valuable information aimed at improving economic conditions, general wellness and quality of life. Our faculty members across the state are actively engaged in research that creates solutions for the many aspects of agriculture while serving all residents of Louisiana. For more information on the LSU AgCenter, click here: LSU AgCenter . The Doyle Chambers Central Research Station is hiring a Research Farm Specialist 2. More information can be found here: Doyle Chambers Central Research Station . Two years of experience in research farming or in farm management; OR Three years of experience in farming; OR Twelve semester hours in an agricultural field. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .
Job Duties:
As a Research Farm Specialist 2, you will have the following job duties: Sheep and goat care/Pasture maintenance- Perform routine livestock care function, checking health and treating sick or crippled animals. Mixes and administers feed according to research specifications, transport animals for sale and research, assist with breeding, manage pregnant ewes and does. (30%) Operated farm equipment
- Independently operates aging tractors and implements for pasture fertilization and planting, mixing and applying chemicals, cutting and maintaining pasture grasses and plants. (30%) General duties
- Assist with research by collecting data, administering supplements and drugs, and adjusting barns and pastures to fit research project designs. Inspects and maintains plumbing, carpentry, fencing, provides building and grounds maintenance and varmit control. (15%) Specialty Care
- Equipment and Vehicle Maintenance
- Records and reports necessary maintenance on sheep unit tractors and farm equipment.