Research Operations Manager II

Job Posting Details

Posting Number: PG194299EP

Internal Recruitment: No

Working Title: Research Operations Manager II

Anticipated Hiring Range: $65,000 - $70,600

Work Schedule: Mon‑Fri, 8am‑5pm

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: Prestage Poultry Science

The main purpose of the Prestage Department of Poultry Science is to support the North Carolina poultry industry and community through extension, research, and teaching activities. Poultry is the largest income‑producing commodity in the state and the Prestage Department of Poultry Science works together with different producers, commodity organizations, allied industries, and other state agencies in educating students and the public, and in distributing information gleaned from research and extension activities at the university level.

The Department educates and conducts research and extension and conducts research and extension projects related to physiology, biotechnology, microbiology, immunology, nutrition, toxicology, animal welfare, and management with the ultimate goal of improving the production and wholesomeness of poultry as a food product.

The Chicken Education Unit (CEU) conducts intensive research involving genomics, physiology, nutrition, animal feed quality, human food quality, welfare, and environmental aspects of chickens. The research is both applied and basic in nature with a great deal of detail in data collection required on a daily basis. The CEU also serves as a training ground for a large number of undergraduate and graduate students on a daily basis.

The facility is complex mechanically, which requires daily maintenance of such items as fans, motors, ventilation systems, floor systems, feeders, drinkers, plumbing, etc. and attention to safety.

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work‑life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer:
Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part‑Time or Full‑Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

The Prestage Department of Poultry Science is looking for a Research Operations Manager II to oversee our poultry research facilities, supporting faculty research, teaching, and extension programs. In this role, you’ll ensure our facilities run smoothly, safely, and efficiently—from broiler breeder houses and layer operations to our hatchery and processing units—while leading a dedicated team and helping our research programs succeed.

You will also provide logistical and operational support for research trials, including coordinating overlapping projects, managing grant‑related compliance, monitoring flock health and welfare, and documenting outcomes. You’ll build strong relationships with faculty, students, and external partners, hosting site visits, supporting collaborative initiatives, and communicating updates on research and farm operations. Your work will ensure research projects run smoothly, ethically, and efficiently, while maintaining confidentiality and high standards of biosecurity and safety.

• Lead and supervise full‑ and part‑time staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and safety‑focused team culture.
• Maintain poultry houses, hatchery, and processing units, overseeing environmental systems, preventive maintenance, and repairs.
• Coordinate inventories, vendor services, and operational logistics to keep facilities running efficiently.

• Manage budgets, reconcile accounts, and approve purchases.
• Ensure compliance and cost‑effective operations.
• Prepare…