Research Technician (Maricopa) (Extended Temporary)

The primary responsibility of the Research Technician will be assisting with running under supervision field operations such as planting spraying and harvesting. Research duties will include operating farm tool and machinery to conduct trails collecting soil water and plant biomass samples from the field procuring and organizing research data performing statistical analyses and writing brief study reports. The individual will also participate under supervision in outreach activities like presenting research data during meetings or similar events and publishing research and educational manuscripts. This position is to support USDA funded projects tasks focusing on cotton field physiological phenotyping under Semi-Arid Growing Conditions.

This is an Extended Temporary Employment position.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health dental and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Under the supervision of Dr. Singh:

• Operate farm machinery and equipment to prepare field and greenhouse experimental plots.
• Assist with performing soil sampling irrigation fertilization herbicide spray weed management and other agronomic practices following standardized protocols.
• Work individually or with other fellow technicians students and researchers under the supervision of the project PIs and senior research professionals.
• Maintain accurate records of field and laboratory observations and experimental conditions.
• Utilize statistical software for data entry analysis and visualization such as Excel R or specialized agronomy software. Clear instructions will be provided by the project PIs to carry out these tasks.
• Support project PIs and fellow researchers in outreach and extension activities such as:
  • Assist with the preparation of research reports publications and presentations.
  • Assist with organizing workshops based on collected data.
  • Assist with on-farm demonstrations.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Experience in working with chemicals and electronic instruments.
• Ability to drive vehicles to rural and urban field research sites.
• Ability to learn new skills.
• Ability to write reports and scientific manuscripts.
• Ability to work with agricultural stakeholders.
• Ability to work outside in open fields for extended hours.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Must have a valid drivers license and ability to drive according tothe University Fleet Safety Policy.

• Strong understanding of agronomic and weed management principles operations and practices with a minimum of one year of experience in field operations.