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Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.\nIn addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.\nThe salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.\n_______________________________________________________________________________\nThe Manager of the Meat Laboratory is responsible for leading operational excellence and supporting research, academic, extension, and industry-focused initiatives. This role ensures the highest standards in food safety and hands-on education by guiding staff, students, and partners through the Center’s daily activities.\nThis position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.\nResponsibilities:\nMeat Laboratory Operations and Staff Supervision\nSchedule, direct, and supervise Meat Science Laboratory employees.\n\nManage daily laboratory operations and workflow.\n\nServe as building proctor.\n\nCoordinate the use of laboratory facilities, equipment, and personnel.\n\nTrain, mentor, and provide operational guidance to staff and students.\n\nFood Safety, Regulatory Compliance, and Quality Assurance\nMaintain and monitor HACCP plans, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures, the E. coli Plan, and required food safety records.\n\nServe as liaison with the Texas Department of State Health Services Cooperative Meat Inspection Program.\n\nEnsure compliance with meat inspection, sanitation, occupational safety, and regulatory requirements.\n\nInspect facilities and operations for hazardous conditions.\n\nMonitor equipment and personnel practices for compliance with established safety procedures.\n\nMeat Processing, Production, and Inventory Management\nParticipate in slaughter, cutting, fabrication, curing, smoking, and processing activities.\n\nProcure livestock, meat products, equipment, and supplies needed for laboratory operations.\n\nMaintain records related to yields, costs, inventory, disposition, and sales of animals, carcasses, meat products, and dairy products.\n\nSupport the efficient use and maintenance of laboratory equipment and production resources.\n\nResearch and Academic Support\nAssist faculty and graduate and undergraduate students with planning, scheduling, and conducting teaching and research activities.\n\nCollaborate with scientists and research faculty on experiments involving the Meat Science Laboratory.\n\nCollect or supervise the collection of slaughter, grading, cutability, yield, and processing data.\n\nCoordinate laboratory resources needed for academic courses, demonstrations, and cooperative research projects.\n\nExtension, Industry Engagement, and Educational Programming\nCollaborate with Extension Program Specialists to conduct short courses, field days, demonstrations, workshops, and industry training.\n\nAssist meat industry professionals with technical questions, problem-solving, and access to laboratory facilities.\n\nDevelop and deliver educational presentations and hands-on training for diverse audiences.\n\nBuild and maintain partnerships with industry representatives, producers, processors, and community stakeholders.\n\nRequired Education and Experience:\nMaster’s degree in Animal Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.\n\nFive years of related experience in the meat industry, either in an institutional or commercial environment including related supervisory experience.\n\nRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:\nKnowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.\n\nKnowledge of standard meat processing safety procedures.\n\nAbility to multitask and work cooperatively with others.\n\nAbility to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nMaster’s degree or higher in Animal Science, Meat Science, Food Science, or a related discipline from an accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of advanced education and experience.\n\nAt least seven years of progressively responsible experience in the meat industry, with a strong background in both institutional and commercial settings.\n\nExtensive supervisory experience, including team leadership, training, and mentoring.\n\nDemonstrated expertise in research, teaching, or extension activities related to meat science, including the development and delivery of educational programs, workshops, or industry training sessions.\n\nRecognition for contributions to the meat industry, such as awards, publications, or invited presentations at professional conferences.\n\nSpecial Requirements:\nApplicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a Master’s degree may be considered. One year of the related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have six years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a Master's degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of eleven years of experience.\n\nJob Posting Close Date:\nOpen Until Filled\n\nRequired Attachments:\nPlease attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.\nResume or Curriculum Vitae\nCover Letter\nApplication Submission Guidelines:\nAll applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.\nThe required documents listed in the above \"Required Attachments\" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or  should you need assistance with the online application process.\nBackground Check Requirements:\nAll positions are security-sensitive. 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