Student Greenhouse and Field Technician
Student Greenhouse and Field Technician
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Job Description
OPS NonClerical
The Crop Biotechnology lab at University of Florida headed by Fredy Altpeter is seeking candidates who are efficient in multitasking and time management work well with others pay attention to detail are experienced with greenhouse and/or field research have a desire to learn new skills. The candidates will carry out research in management of plant growth facilities and/or field experiments. The position requires working 40 hours per week which includes some weekends. We are looking for individuals with exceptional performance skills such as: selfmotivation attention to detail honesty dependability adaptability must be able to lift 50lbs. These openings are within the OPS employment category at the University of Florida and details on the type of employment and benefits can be found here of specific tasks: transfer of tissue culture derived plants to soil monitoring of irrigation fertilization and temperature control in greenhouses plant propagation pasteurization of soil devitalization of plants by autoclaving monitoring of pests and diseases in the greenhouse and field planting or harvesting plots or greenhouse trails processing samples and recording data collecting and handling samples from greenhouse or field grown plants ordering of supplies monitoring compliance with biosafety regulations.
The research program focuses on designing feedstocks for biofuels and bioproducts using the plants as factories concept in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energys Bioenergy Research Center Salary:
$13.00 $15.00 per hour commensurate with education and experience
Valid driver license previous experience with greenhouse or field work with crops. Exceptional performance skills such as selfmotivation attention to detail honesty dependability and adaptability excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English.
BS in plant science or related discipline. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter resume and 3 professional references.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
