USDA National Bio & Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF)

NBAF is fortunate to have a team with a tremendous scope of experience, capability and passion for our mission and culture. To learn more about NBAF, visit usda.gov/nbaf. US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) #highreliability #commitment #teamwork

There are currently multiple openings for Administrative and Program Assistants within the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) located in Manhattan, Kansas, and Orient Point, NY. As an Administrative and Program Assistant you will be responsible for various #administrative, #office automation and #support duties for the program Director. You will also be responsible for the accurate tracking and reporting of administrative activities and program accomplishments. To learn more about these opportunities, visit https://lnkd.in/g9e42MCr. Applications are being accepted through August 1, 2024. #JobAlert #Hiring

African swine fever is a deadly pig disease that spreads rapidly. While not a threat to human health, the virus could devastate America’s swine, pork industry, and food supply. Help protect our swine and keep the disease out of the United States. #AfricanSwineFever

Going for Gold with Good Nutrition Join USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in celebrating our American athletes competing in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, with Opening Ceremonies starting tomorrow, July 26! Through the summer games, ARS will share interviews with U.S. athletes about how nutrition and a healthy diet contribute to their high-level performances and training. See Amercian athletes from sports like Fencing, Rowing, Marathon, Women’s Basketball, Women’s Soccer, and Wrestling. Follow us and share with family, friends, and colleagues! #TeamUSA #Paris2024

We currently have an #opportunity as a Research Veterinary Medical Officer/ Research Immunologist within the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Foreign Animal Diseases Research Unit in Manhattan, KS. In this position, you will be responsible for all phases of #research in a broad, multidisciplinary program of applied and fundamental research on foreign animal diseases in livestock species such as; cattle, sheep, pigs and other relevant species. You will also develop scientific knowledge that will lead to prevention and control measures against foreign animal diseases such as Foot-and-Mouth Disease, African Swine Fever and Classical Swine Fever among others. To learn more about this opportunity, visit https://lnkd.in/gKATUzdX. Applications are being accepted through August 16, 2024. #JobAlert #Hiring

We currently have an #opportunity as a Management & Program Analyst. This position is within the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) located in Manhattan, Kansas. As a Management & Program Analyst (NBAF #ProjectLeader), you will play a critical role in assisting the agency in the coordination of multi-Agency NBAF transition efforts, ensuring appropriate representation and transmission of USDA plans in support of NBAF. To learn more about this opportunity, visit https://lnkd.in/gD2ZzHkG. Applications are being accepted through July 17, 2024. #JobAlert #Hiring

The latest APHIS impact report is here - highlighting the accomplishments of our 8,000+ employees who focus on thriving crops and forests, healthy livestock and poultry, safe trade, healthy and balanced wildlife populations, humane care for vulnerable animals and safe biotechnology. APHIS Administrator Mike Watson shared his thoughts: “Protecting our nation’s agriculture and natural resources is paramount, and this report underscores the excellence and innovation of the APHIS professionals who carry out the mission every day of the year across all 50 states and around the world.” Thank you to everyone at APHIS and our partners for helping us make the past year a success and the year ahead just as great! See the full report here: https://lnkd.in/g9HbncjW #AnimalHealth #PlantHealth #Sustainability #USDA

The "International Year of the Woman Farmer" celebrates women who are responsible for roughly half of the world’s food production. At NBAF, our female scientists are supporting women farmers by helping protect our nation's food supply and public health. We’re grateful for the hard work women in agriculture do, day in and day out, to feed our nation and our world! https://lnkd.in/enGRtrpf

NBAF is honored to continue the legacy of Plum Island and the longstanding tradition of scientific excellence. Congratulations on the many amazing achievements! USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS)

We encourage those living in and around the city of Manhattan, KS, to participate in this survey about NBAF. Please share your thoughts by August 15. https://lnkd.in/gjPAFqJK. The purpose of this study is to understand community perceptions of NBAF's operations and communication practices. Findings of this study will help inform NBAF and similar research facilities on developing best practices for communicating with the community. US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)