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Temporary Research Technician

Job Description

Posting Number

PG194845TM

Position Number

11ASO3394

Position Type

Temporary

Essential Job Duties

Support activities in field crop and weed image collection and cover crop breeding. Field responsibilities include planting and hand harvesting cover crops, working with soil sampling equipment in a field setting, transporting, processing and analyzing the samples. Additional responsibilities include some plant image collection in the field, assist with testing of  new technology for field settings, collecting plant and soil samples, drying, weighing, and grinding grain, plant, and soil samples, analyzing grain, laboratory analysis of plant and soil samples, managing agronomic research projects, data entry, and other related duties as necessary. 

Is Time Limited

No

Job City & State

Raleigh, NC

Department

Crop and Soil Sciences

Classification Title

Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title

Temporary Research Technician

Work Schedule

25-40/hrs per week, flexible Monday-Friday

Other Work/Responsibilities

  • n/a

Minimum Experience/Education

  • Combination of training and experience required to perform the
    duties
  • Field technician experience in plants/environmental/agricultural or related experience

Department Required Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
  • Ability to work as part of a team as well as individually
  • Good labeling and data entry techniques
  • Ability to work in adverse weather conditions (cold, heat, humidity, rain and pollen)

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

  • n/a

Required License or Certification

  • Valid driver’s license 

Valid NC Driver's License required?

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Anticipated Hiring Range

$16-$18/hr

Job Open Date

01/16/2025

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/213951

AA/EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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