Meat Science Laboratory Technician at Texas A&M University System

Prairie View, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HACCP, Food safety, Carcass fabrication, Meat processing, Sanitation, Equipment maintenance, FSIS procedures, Multitasking, Butchery, Sausage making, Curing, Smoking, Laboratory support

Industry

Education Management

Description

Job TitleMeat Science Laboratory Technician Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Cooperative Agricultural Research Center Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationPrairie View, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Important Immigration information: A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. 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. In 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 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Meat Science Laboratory Technician, under general supervision, oversees the processing of beef, pork, and lamb carcasses and maintains the sanitation of the Meat Laboratory. This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funds. The 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. Responsibilities Assist in maintaining HACCP, SOPs and food safety records. Assist with demonstrations in labs for teaching, research and extension programs. Maintain equipment and facilities. Distribute all meat items (packaging, storing, shipping, etc.). Fabricate carcasses into roasts, chops, steaks and other standard cuts. Process carcasses from slaughter to cooler. Make sausages, ground meats, cutlets, value-added products and cured and smoked products. Assist with demonstrations in labs for teaching, research and extension programs. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Five years of related experience in the meat industry. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) procedures. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to harvest and process beef, lamb, and pork. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Animal or Food Science or closely related field Six years of related experience in the meat industry Previous university meat production facility experience or meats judging experience is a plus Job Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled Required Attachments: Please 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. Resume or Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Application Submission Guidelines: All 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. The 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 jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process. Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses, and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research, and service. PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a “University of the First Class” begins here! Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730. https://youtu.be/xcPdDOR3KTE https://youtu.be/NjUKQY1hVI8 The following links will open in a new tab. About PVAMU Human Resources Employee Benefits Office of Equal Opportunity PVAMU Newsroom PVAMU YouTube

Responsibilities

The technician oversees the processing of beef, pork, and lamb carcasses while maintaining strict sanitation standards in the Meat Laboratory. They also assist with teaching and research demonstrations and manage the distribution of meat products.