Research Technician I Horticulture
Research Technician I Horticulture
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Job Title
Research Technician I (Horticulture)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Adloc Cooperative Agriculture And Research CenterProposed Minimum Salary
$13.66 hourlyJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Under the general supervision of Research Scientists the Research Technician I provides technical support for research activities in horticulture. This positioninvolves performing routine tasks related to plant propagation nursery management experimental setup data collection germplasm collection data management and maintenance of horticultural research environments. The role requires attention to detail adherence to safety protocols and the ability to assist with ongoing scientific studies.
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.
This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
Responsibilities:
Facilitates plant propagation nursery stock and horticultural research trials.
Collects samples and measurement data from experiments. Implements and maintains data collection and summarization for field and greenhouse trials.
Monitors plant growth soil conditions irrigation schedules and pest management strategies.
Collects and compiles data computes quantities and extends projections.
Assembles and operates horticultural research equipment.
Assists senior staff members in conducting major field and greenhouse experiments and consults in developing horticultural research protocols.
Assists student workers and supports undergraduate and graduate research students in their assigned projects.
Participates in college wide events.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of related experience.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Other Requirements:
Ability to lift moderately heavy objects.
Ability to exert heavy force.
Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
BS in Horticulture Agriculture Biology or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of related experience in horticulture plant science or greenhouse/nursery operations.
Strong knowledge of plant taxonomy nomenclature plant care propagation techniques and horticultural research methods.
Ability to operate and maintain horticultural equipment.
Readiness to obtain a Texas pesticide applicator license if required.
Job Posting Close Date:
Until Filled
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin 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 thePVAMUCareer 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 ator should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
