Job Description
Description & Details: The Department of Animal Science is looking for a dependable and reliable person to manage their Nutrition Laboratory that provides a broad range of support for department of animal sciences nutrition research, teaching, and Extension programs. The Nutrition Laboratory manager provides leadership to all laboratory operations and activities associated with the departmental Nutrition Laboratory in conjunction and coordination with the faculty supervisor. Expectations include coordination of supervising and training laboratory personnel; maintenance of laboratory equipment and chemical/supply inventory; conducting, developing and overseeing all sample handling and analytical methods conducted in the laboratory; and coordinating data handling and summarization. Laboratory analyses conducted in the laboratory include (but are not limited to): chromatography, spectrophotometry, proximate analysis, immunoblotting and immunohistochemistry, rt-qPCR, tissue/cell respirometry, and gas analyses. The person will also be expected to lead efforts in analytical procedure development of new or alternative assays. The person in this position will be expected to work as a member of a team with other research staff, students, and faculty.
Salary: $48,000-$55,000+ depending on experience
Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.
Minimum Qualifications: B.S. degree in Animal Science, Biochemistry, Food Science, Molecular Biology or related field
Demonstrated experience with relevant analytical laboratory techniques
Ability and desire to learn, develop, and troubleshoot analytical methods
Experience with data handling and summarization using appropriate software
Desire and ability in managing personnel
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Experience in writing research reports, manuscripts, abstracts, and/or grant proposals
Good written and oral communication skills
Preferred Qualifications: M.S. or PhD in Animal Science, Biochemistry, Food Science, Molecular Biology or related field
Experience with managing personnel
Experience with data analysis
Experience with handling and care of large animals
Experience with omics and bioinformatics and chromatography/mass spectrometry analyses, and with grant and manuscript writing
Applicant Materials Required: Cover Letter
Resume
Screening Date: December 29, 2025
NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS! Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
- Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
- Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
- Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
- Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
- Superb Retirement Plan
- Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
- Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
- Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans
- More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU
About Us: North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.
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NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.
NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.
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No Smoking Notice: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
Veteran's Preference Notice: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation Information: North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu .
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Job Tags
Full time, Flexible hours,