What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Research Reporting and Science Outreach position at National Cattlemen's Beef Association?
Job Description
SUMMARY
The Manager, Research Reporting and Science Outreach will track and report technical/scientific research program outcomes, identify outlets for research results, and collaborate across research programs to identify opportunities to expand the reach of checkoff research.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.
Research
- Track research measurable objective progress and outcomes monthly and quarterly.
- Assist with collecting, organizing, and maintaining research project and program documentation.
- Monitor research outcomes and update internal trackers accordingly.
- Assist in shepherding contracts through the approval processes by coordinating and tracking associated documentation through each stage, ensuring timely submissions and adherence to requirements.
- Develop and maintain dashboards of performance metrics for each research area.
- Conduct data analysis and create visualizations or charts to support reporting.
- Track project timelines to ensure milestones are met according to schedule.
- Collaborate across research teams to ensure accurate data entry and adherence to reporting standards.
- Support program managers in coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, and documenting key outcomes.
- Assist program managers with event executions and logistics.
- Learn and become proficient in web posting using the SPUR platform to update beefresearch.org.
Communication/Dissemination
- Draft project executive summaries based on final research reports for posting on beefresearch.org.
- In collaboration with program staff, translate research outcomes into lay summaries for stakeholders.
- Aid in presentation development by pulling data from reporting systems and compiling insights.
- Other job duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - A degree in Animal Science, Agriculture Communication or a related area is desired.
- EXPERIENCE – Experience in the food and/or agricultural industry preferred. Experience translating science to an educated audience is desired.
- EQUIVALENCY - None
- CERTIFICATION(S) – None
- SKILLS - Excellent written and verbal communication, ability to organize information, multi-task, successfully working with team members with different personalities and work styles, and time management skills are critical for this role. Successful applicants must be self-starters, display initiative, be motivated to achieve and thrive on conducting high-quality work. Proficiency in Excel for dashboard generation is desired. Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and website platforms is expected.
Company Description
Initiated in 1898, the National Cattlemen's Beef Association is the marketing organization and trade association for America's one million cattle farmers and ranchers. With offices in Denver and Washington, D.C., NCBA is a consumer-focused, producer-directed organization representing the largest segment of the nation's food and fiber industry. NCBA works to achieve the vision: "To be the trusted leader and definitive voice of the U.S. cattle and beef industry."
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-Term Disability
- Sick Time