Research Intern

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The Research Intern is responsible for collecting data and samples as outlined in protocols for research trials. This position also monitors and cares for animals on research trials.

Hourly Rate: $16.00

• Works daily on research farm; including tagging, weighing and moving pigs of all sizes

• Collects blood samples and oral fluids

• Vaccinates animals

• Implements and follows all protocols for each research trial; including recording all necessary data

• Performs and masters all methods of data collection; including operating individual scales

• Responsible for complying with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield Hog Production Division subscribes

• Reports all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor

• Reads and understands the company's emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site

• Work weekends as scheduled

• Follows all company animal care, IPS, and biosecurity policies

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program. Animal Science major preferred

• Excellent organizational skills and independent problem solving

• Experience using Microsoft Office

• Ability to use electronic data capture (RFID technology)

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

• Must be able to tolerate and willing to learn and perform the following tasks: euthanasia, castration, vaccinations, piglet processing, ear tagging for identification, taking blood samples and other procedures normal to animal husbandry.

The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

• Must be able to work with and around a wide range of antibiotics (i.e. penicillin).

• Must be able to tolerate blood, animal dander, manure, dust, odors, and frequently noisy conditions.

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.