Livestock Superintendent
Food Systems Research Institute at UVM
Northeast Crop and Livestock Research Station at Nordic Farm
Charlotte, VT 05445
United States
This position is responsible for conducting livestock-related farming operations at the Northeast Crop and Livestock Research Station (NECLRS) at Nordic Farm in Charlotte, VT. NECLRS operates on 400 acres of leased land within a larger privately-owned farm.
NECLRS includes multiple research laboratories, farm and field plots for experimental work on major crops grown within the region, facilities for housing heavy duty machinery and other equipment, and facilities for housing animals involved in livestock research. This position conducts livestock operations in support of research with beef cows, calves, and finish steers as well as livestock-grazing and crop-integration. The position requires skill working with ruminant livestock, precisely following animal welfare and research protocols, communication with colleagues and scientists, and detail-oriented record keeping.
This position will work closely with USDA-ARS Research Animal Scientist to develop farm operations workflows that accommodate University and ARS research missions. Work is reviewed by the ARS Animal Scientist for adherence to policy and procedures and adequacy of farm operations. The ARS Animal Scientist rates performance periodically in terms of progress being made on various projects. The Animal Superintendent independently plans and carries out assignments in communication with the ARS Animal Scientist and other research partners.
Anticipated Pay Range: $73,000 - $79,000
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