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Vacancies at the US Meat Animal Research Center

Agricultural Research Service Positions

Research Geneticist (Animal)

The incumbent conducts quantitative genetic and genomic research to more effectively use genetic variation in swine. A primary component of the assignment is to expand and apply statistical procedures to estimate polygenic and quantitative trait loci (QTL) effects on economically important traits of swine. Specifically, the scientist develops and applies statistical procedures to efficiently detect QTL regions affecting important traits; characterizes effects of marker alleles and their potential impact on genetic improvement through marker-assisted selection; estimates genetic parameters required for prediction of EPDs for complex traits; creates and evaluates objectives and indices for selection of swine; and determines whole genome associations. Incumbent develops computer programming software and analyzes data in order to transfer technology. Scientist publishes research results in peer-reviewed, scientific journals. Salary range is ($65,315 – 100,976). For application details, please visit the USAJOBS website http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/, announcement # ARS-X8W-0293. ARS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

University of Nebraska Positions

The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center, near Clay Center, NE has an opening for an Agricultural Research Technician I. Livestock experience required, $9.621 per hour minimum, plus excellent benefits. Apply online at https://employment.unl.edu (Requisition #070935) Questions regarding this position can be addressed to Terry Madson, PO Box 166, Clay Center, NE 68933. UNL is committed to EEO/AA and ADA/504. Call 402-762-4151 if accommodation is required.

The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center, near Clay Center, NE has an opening for an Agricultural Research Technician I. Livestock experience required, $10.01 per hour minimum, plus excellent benefits. Apply online at https://employment.unl.edu (requisition #080601). Questions regarding this position can be addressed to Terry Madson, P.O. Box 166, Clay Center, NE 68933. UNL is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers. Call (402) 762-4151 for further information or if ADA accommodation is required.

The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center, near Clay Center, NE has an opening for a Custodian. Day hours, Monday-Friday. Excellent benefits. Beginning pay $9.50 per hour. Apply online at https://employment.unl.edu (requisition #080616) by August 8, 2008. Questions regarding this position can be addressed to Terry Madson, P.O. Box 166, Clay Center, NE 68933. UNL is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers. Call (402) 762-4151 for further information or if ADA accommodation is required.