Dairy Research Technician

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lincoln, NE, USA

USD 22-22 / hour

Posted on Apr 23, 2026
Working Title Dairy Research Technician
Department Animal Science-0830
Requisition Number S_260302
Posting Open Date 04/21/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 05/05/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
As the Dairy Research Technician, you will:
  • Assist Dairy Unit Manager with coordinating research activities of graduate and undergraduate students in dairy cattle nutrition as well as managing dairy research and facilities in the Animal Science Complex on UNL’s East Campus.
  • Be responsible for the care, feeding, and milking of dairy cattle in strict compliance with research requirements.
  • Ensure the maintenance of feeding and milking equipment and cleanliness and maintenance of facilities.
  • Serve as the unit expert on fabrication, utilization, and maintenance of indirect calorimeters used to measure methane and other gas production in cattle.
  • Collect and organize data from research instruments, inventory and health records, weighing animals, calculating feed intakes, and performing blood, tissue, and rumen fluid collections.
  • Perform other duties as needed such as artificial insemination, record keeping for heat detection and breeding, assisting with birthing process.

In the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician III.

About Us
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
  • Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
  • Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
  • Retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Any combination totaling five years of post-high school experience and education related to the duties of the position, such as:
    • Bachelor’s degree in animal science, agriculture, or related field plus one year of experience working with dairy cattle, OR
    • Associate degree in agriculture or related field plus three years of experience working with dairy cattle, OR
    • High school diploma plus five years of experience working with dairy cattle.
  • Experience working with dairy cattle including care, feeding milking, health monitoring and performing health treatment interventions.
  • Research and farm equipment maintenance including welding, soldering, and basic electronics.
  • Driver’s license and ability to meet University driver eligibility criteria.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are preferred but not required:
  • Artificial insemination experience.
  • Experience performing blood, tissue, and rumen fluid collections.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes
Physical Required Yes
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $22.00/hr minimum
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Swsan Baapir, sbaapir2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) Office/Service
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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Appointment End Date
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