{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:26.131Z","occupation":{"soc":"19-4099.00","title":"Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other","group":"Life, Physical & Social Science","sector":"54","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":true},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers applied animal science and agricultural research technician practice in laboratory, research station, and field extension environments, from entry-level data collection through organizational leadership of nutrition studies, producer advisory services, and animal husbandry improvement programs.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Nutritional requirements of common livestock species — identify and record under direct supervisor guidance in a laboratory or farm-based research setting.","Animal feed material samples — collect, label, and log into a database using established protocols on a research station.","Scientific literature on animal nutrition and husbandry — read and summarize key findings under the direction of a senior technician.","Spreadsheet software — enter and organize feed composition data as directed during routine data collection tasks.","Oral instructions from research scientists — listen actively and confirm understanding before executing assigned tasks in a laboratory environment.","Basic sanitation and housing standards for research animals — follow established procedures to maintain compliant conditions on-site.","Preliminary research observations — document accurately in written logs using standardized templates provided by the research team.","Office suite and presentation software — prepare draft slides or tables for team review meetings under supervisor direction.","Common animal parasites and diseases — recognize visual indicators and report findings to supervising scientists promptly.","Producer inquiries about animal care basics — refer to appropriate team members or resource materials, escalating as needed."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Nutritive values of multiple feed material types — analyze and compare using established methods with reduced oversight in a research or agricultural extension setting.","Research findings on feeding practices — communicate clearly in written reports and oral briefings to internal science teams on a routine basis.","Animal housing and sanitation improvement protocols — implement and monitor with increasing independence across multiple animal units at a research facility.","Database query software — retrieve, filter, and validate research records to support ongoing nutrition studies without step-by-step guidance.","Animal production challenges presented by producers — assess using critical thinking and identify applicable recommended practices from current technical resources.","Feeding trial data sets — apply inductive reasoning to detect emerging patterns and flag anomalies to the research lead.","Geographic information system tools — use to map and track field study sites or producer locations within a regional agricultural program.","Improved husbandry techniques — explain to producers and farm staff using accessible language during on-farm visits or extension workshops.","Parasite and disease control schedules — maintain and adjust based on observed animal health indicators following standard decision trees.","Active learning strategies — apply by reviewing updated research literature and integrating new findings into routine technical recommendations."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Nutritional requirement studies across diverse animal species — design, execute, and interpret autonomously in compliance with research protocols at a science or extension institution.","Research findings — synthesize and communicate in peer-reviewed-style reports, extension bulletins, and public-facing presentations without editorial oversight.","Animal feeding, housing, and sanitation improvement plans — develop independently by integrating biological, chemical, and operational knowledge for specific production contexts.","Complex producer problems in animal production — diagnose using deductive reasoning and recommend evidence-based solutions drawn from multiple knowledge domains.","Non-routine disease or parasite outbreaks in research or production settings — investigate, assess risk, and coordinate corrective actions using professional judgment.","CAD software or facility planning tools — apply to propose improved animal housing layouts that meet welfare, sanitation, and research requirements.","Statistical and spreadsheet analysis of feed trial outcomes — perform and interpret to support actionable recommendations for producers and research stakeholders.","Technical presentations to mixed audiences of scientists, producers, and the public — deliver with clarity, adapting content depth to audience expertise level.","Animal nutrition and production research gaps — identify through critical review of literature and propose study designs to address them.","Ethical and safety standards in animal research and producer consultation — uphold with integrity and cautiousness across all independent field and lab activities."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Organizational research agendas on animal nutrition and production science — shape by setting priorities, securing resources, and aligning teams to institutional goals.","Junior technicians and early-career scientists — mentor and develop through structured coaching, task delegation, and performance feedback in a research or extension environment.","Cross-disciplinary findings on feeding, disease control, and housing — translate into policy recommendations and best-practice guidelines disseminated to industry stakeholders.","Strategic partnerships with producers, universities, and government agencies — establish and lead to advance applied animal science research at a regional or national scale.","Complex multi-site research programs spanning nutrition, sanitation, and parasite control — oversee for quality, compliance, and timely delivery across all participating teams.","Organizational data systems and GIS platforms — govern and optimize to ensure integrity, accessibility, and utility of research records across the institution.","High-stakes communication with scientific bodies, legislative audiences, and the public — lead by representing the organization's research expertise and translating evidence into actionable guidance.","Emerging technologies in animal production and data management — evaluate, champion adoption of, and integrate into institutional workflows to maintain research excellence.","Institutional knowledge management in animal science — build through documentation of methodologies, best practices, and lessons learned to ensure continuity across personnel transitions.","Culture of intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and achievement orientation — model and reinforce across the science team to sustain high standards in research and producer service."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}