Research Aide II

Culture of Inclusion and Community Standards

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Department Background

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University's second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world's complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.

The Department of Animal Science's mission is to discover and disseminate new knowledge about the biology and management of domestic animals and to apply this knowledge to benefit society. Our department is devoted to undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, extension and outreach.

The sustainability of animal feeding operations in New York depends greatly on their ability to increase nutrient recycling on the farm, reduce N and P losses to the environment, reduce cost of production and increase yield and milk sales. The Nutrient Management Spear Program (NMSP) team within the Department of Animal Science works on applied research and extension projects to quantify nutrient cycling and greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural forage production (corn silage and hay fields) as impacted by crop and fertility management.

Position Summary

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. The incumbent will work on projects that aim to quantify nutrient cycling and greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural forage production (corn silage and hay fields) as impacted by crop, fertility, and soil health management.

The position is located within the department of Animal Science. The primary purpose for this position is to conduct both commercial farm-based and campus-based research. The incumbent is expected to assist with conducting field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments, data collection, and data analyses for the applied research/extension program in nutrient management in agricultural systems in New York. The incumbent will be responsible for data collection on both commercial farm-based and campus-based research, communicating, and coordinating with other members of the PI research group, and completing tasks beyond field work in a prompt manner. Typical responsibilities would include collecting samples, coordinating with farm staff when conducting research, recording, and processing data into databases, preparing summaries of data, and conducting other tasks beyond field work.

This is a full-time position. This is a one-year term appointment that is contingent upon available work, funding, and performance.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma and up to 2 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combinations.
• Proficient in use of computer programs such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word, R.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication and organizational skills required.
• High school diploma and up to 2 years relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Knowledge and ability to identify native trees and shrubs of New York State.
• Ability to work in field locations that can be difficult to access.
• Must be able to navigate uneven terrain at times.
• Ability to lift less than 50 pounds
• Proven experience in communicating effectively, both written and oral.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong observational skills.
• Ability to work independently once provided sufficient direction.
• Ability to work alone or with a team and problem-solve as needed.
• Experience that demonstrates sound judgment, creativity, management, and problem-solving skills and the ability to work well within a team of professionals.
• Ability to plan ahead and anticipate potential issues, with strong ability for multi-tasking.
• Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position, including having reliable transportation or having and maintaining a valid driver's license as well as undergoing a successful driver background check.
• Practical skills in operating advanced equipment including tractors, tractor mounted soil sampling equipment, field greenhouse gas LICOR units, SATURO units, as well as laboratory equipment related to analyzing soil and plant samples.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted NYS driver's license and be cleared to drive for university business.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities, including communities of color.
• Experience working with diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing programs.
• Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.
• Ability to serve as an advocate for individuals of all ethnicities, genders, ages, and backgrounds.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in agronomy, crop and soil science, or animal science with focus on integration of disciplines and systems analyses; 1-2 years' experience in related field
• Experience with collection of greenhouse gas emissions using LICOR equipment.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with dairy farmers in New York.
• Coursework in agronomy, crop and soil science, or animal science with a focus on the integration of disciplines and systems analyses.

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