TAU Dairy Manager

About the Department

The mission of the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) & NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) is to enhance animal and human health and well‑being through the education and advanced training of veterinarians and provide leadership in veterinary care and outreach through interdisciplinary partnerships. The Teaching Animal Unit (TAU) is a dynamic teaching institution for veterinary students in all four years of the veterinary curriculum that includes experiences with swine, poultry, sheep, goats, horses and beef/dairy cattle.

The purpose of the TAU is to provide realistic opportunities for veterinary students to learn the relationship between husbandry, production management, economics and the field of veterinary medicine. This live animal farming enterprise strives to function in a financially viable manner by emphasizing best management practices for an environmentally enriched, animal welfare friendly operation. Live animal educational training is provided annually for seven senior 2‑week clinical rotations, six 1‑week selective rotations and over 150 teaching laboratories (currently comprising 100 students per class, 25 students per lab and 4th‑year clinical rotations as needed).

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This role leads the daily operations of the TAU Dairy Unit, ensuring the seamless integration of animal care, teaching support, and farm productivity. You will oversee all aspects of herd management—including health, reproduction, and nutrition—while maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare. A key part of the position is working closely with student employees, technicians, faculty, and DVM students, providing hands‑on training and mentorship that enriches the educational mission of the unit.

You will serve as the primary point of contact for all inspections, regulatory compliance, and milk quality monitoring, ensuring that the Dairy Unit consistently meets Grade A production standards and all co‑op, state, federal, and IACUC requirements. This includes staying current with industry best practices, PMO guidelines, and necessary continuing education. The role also involves troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining fiscal accountability, and contributing to long‑term planning for capital improvements and evolving instructional or operational needs.

Beyond daily management, you will play a critical role in sustaining the unit's resilience during inspections, adverse weather, and unexpected disruptions. This position is central to advancing TAU's mission by supporting high‑quality education, safe and compliant operations, and exceptional standards of animal care. The individual in this role must be able to move 50‑70 lbs with or without reasonable accommodations.

Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Minimum Experience/Education

Bachelor's degree and two years of general research experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Qualifications

Hands‑On Dairy Operations

Experience:

Demonstrated experience in dairy herd management, daily farm operations, and practical application of industry best practices.

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