Job Title Research Associate - Equine Reproduction Agency Tarleton State University Department Animal Science_Research Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Stephenville, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Department of Animal Science (http://www.tarleton.edu/animalsciences/) , housed within the College of Agricultural and Natural Resources invites highly qualified and motivated candidates to apply for the Research Associate position. This full-time, grant-funded, non-faculty research position is a renewable twelve-month appointment, with continued employment contingent on funding availability, program needs, and satisfactory performance with a hybrid work location between Stephenville, Texas, and field sites in Millsap, Texas. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate. Requires the ability to work remotely, at the University's discretion. The research associate performs independent or supervisory roles in Equine Reproduction Research activities requiring an advanced level of knowledge. Contributes to proposals for funding agencies, operation of research equipment, and assists in the training and mentoring of undergraduate students. This position will train under the direction of a research mentor in a full-time program of advanced research and training beyond the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine level. *This announcement will fill three vacancies. Responsibilities: + Perform ovarian follicular aspirations in mares to obtain immature and matured pre-ovulatory oocytes + Develop in vitro maturation conditions for oocytes + Cryopreserve oocytes and enhance understanding of conditions necessary for cellular maturation + Conduct fieldwork at an equine clinical facility as part of the research responsibilities + Assist in training and mentoring undergraduate students involved in research projects + Collaborate with faculty and researchers on ongoing studies and contribute to the development of new research initiatives + Prepare research findings for publication in scientific journals and present results at academic conferences + Contribute to grant writing and project proposals related to equine reproduction research + Support the development and maintenance of laboratory facilities at the Animal and Plant Sciences Center Required Education and Experience: + Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field + Two years of related professional experience Preferred Qualifications: + Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree Appointment Terms: + Contingent upon mutual agreement, satisfactory performance, and availability of funds + Appointment renewal is at the university's discretion Professional Development: + Opportunity for collaborative and independent research and publication + Performance evaluation: At least one written evaluation per 12-month appointment Salary Commensurate Salary Range The target base annual salary range is $40,000 . Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees: Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development: + Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) (https://www.tarleton.edu/scholarships/employees/) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit! + Masters Educational Assistance (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/masters-educational-assistance-eligibility-guidelines/) – is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details! + Doctoral Educational Assistance (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/doctoral-edu-guidelines/) – Full-time budgeted employees at all A&M System Universities, Agencies, and System Offices are qualified for reimbursement of tuition and mandatory fees. Eligibility: This program is applicable to the pursuit of a first doctorate degree only to full-time, budgeted employees who have been in a position no less than 2 long semesters. Click the link for additional details! Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/) + Fully covered employee health insurance + Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days. + Dental insurance + Vision insurance + Retirement and Insurance programs Paid Leave (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/) Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area! + Paid sick leave + Holiday pay + Vacation + Longevity pay + Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday! Other + Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events! + Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium. + Employee Wellness Release Time + Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation + and other Tarleton Discounts Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Application Procedure: During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action. Employment applications must include: + Completed online application + Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications + Curriculum Vitae or Resume + At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference. 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