Research Animal Scientist (Dairy)

Department of Agriculture - Agricultural Research Service Madison, Wisconsin Madison, Wisconsin

Company

Department of Agriculture - Agricultural Research Service

Location

Madison, Wisconsin Madison, Wisconsin

Type

Full Time

Job Description

Summary The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is the United States Department of Agriculture's chief scientific research agency and one of the world's premiere scientific organizations. ARS Postdoctoral Research Associates are hired to supplement a lead scientist's research on agricultural problems of high national priority affecting American agriculture. This position is located in the Dairy Forage Research Unit in Madison, Wisconsin. **ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR 11/26/2025 ** Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/ Appropriations Law and Immigration Law requirements must be met Qualifications A Ph.D. in Animal Science, Dairy Science or related science is required. Expertise and skill in developing and conducting ruminant nutrition feeding studies is required. A practical understanding of dairy farm production in the U.S. is desirable. The incumbent must show an ability to initiate and lead research projects, interpret results, and prepare refereed publications. In addition, the incumbent must have a proven ability in working with a team of scientists and leading initiatives on broad agricultural problems. Applicants must meet basic Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standard's requirements of the scientific discipline necessary to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. The requirements for this position can be found in this link:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0400/animal-science-series-0487/ Education This position has a positive education requirement. You must submit a copy of your academic transcripts OR a list of college courses with credit hours, dates completed, and grades received to verify education when applying for this position. If this information is not provided, your education may not be appropriately evaluated and you may lose consideration for this position. If you are selected for this position, you will have to provide an official copy of your transcripts prior to entering on duty. Application materials will not be returned. A Ph.D. is required that was obtained within the last four years. Additional information This position may be eligible to telework up to four days per week, based upon the duties of the position. This position may also be eligible for flexible work arrangements as determined by agency policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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12/06/2024

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