Part-time Undergraduate Student Support Turfgrass Science
University Park, IL - USA
Job Summary
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The College of Agriculture is seeking applicants for a part-time Undergraduate Research Support Assistant position in Turfgrass Science. This position supports ongoing field and applied research projects at the Valentine Turfgrass Research Center.
Job duties to include:
- Assist in the implementation of turfgrass research experiments under the direction of faculty graduate students and research staff.
- Collect record and organize data related to turfgrass growth physiology stress responses and environmental conditions.
- Assist graduate student inthe construction and upkeep of research infrastructure (e.g. shade structures)
- Collectweed samples including seed collection.
Requirements qualifications and/or competencies:
- Backgroundin plant science agronomy horticulture or a related field preferred.
- Willingness and ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
- Ability to work early morning hours or late evenings as required by research protocols.
- Basic mechanical skills preferred (e.g. ability to use hand tools perform minor repairs assemble structures).
- A valid US drivers license is required (but personal vehicle not required) as the job may involve operating a university vehicle.
Schedule: 20 plus hours a week
Compensation: $16.00/hour
Please submit your application through Workday. Candidates with questions can reach out to Dr. Manoj Chhetri at .
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