Program Associate - 12 MONTH

11/30/2026

Researchers

No

Regular

No

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees.  The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture.  The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.  As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. 

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AES | POSC | Poultry Nutrition 01

The appointed individual will supervise and conduct poultry nutrition research in the laboratory within the Center of Excellence for Poultry Science and also at the Poultry Research Farm. The mission of the nutrition laboratory is to identify environmentally sustainable and economically viable feeding strategies to improve the efficiency of commercial poultry production. Principal responsibilities will include coordination of basic and applied research conducted in the laboratory and on the University Poultry Research farm.

Laboratory responsibilities will involve use and maintenance of standard analytical equipment utilized for nutrient analysis and metabolism including equipment utilized in gas chromatography, high pressure liquid chromatography, and mass spectrometry. The responsibilities will include the management of chemical and supply inventories and development and optimization of laboratory protocols. On-farm research responsibilities will include coordination of animal care and husbandry, preparation of Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) animal use protocols and yearly reviews, formulate research feeds, plan and conduct poultry research trials, utilize and coordinate indirect calorimetry research, determine bird and egg composition with dual energy x-ray (DEXA), and collection of biological samples. Training and supervision of students and hourly workers in the above duties are key responsibilities. Prepare final reports with statistical analysis of collected data.

Minimum Qualifications B.S. Degree in the field of Poultry or Animal Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, or Biology plus three years of related experience, or a M.S. Degree in the field of Poultry or Animal Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, or Biology. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities M.S. Degree in the field of Poultry or Animal Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, or Biology. Motor Vehicle Reports Check

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.  The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.  Required checks are identified in the position listing.  A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.  Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. 

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Commensurate with education and experience.

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Dr, Craig Coon
Professor
ccoon@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Balancing, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

N/A