Agricultural Technician II

Virginia Tech • Winchester, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Virginia Tech is seeking a wage personnel Agricultural Technician II for its AHS Jr. Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Winchester, Virginia. The role supports horticulture research through hands-on field and laboratory work, with a focus on developing and managing fruit-tree research plots. The appointment is restricted and will not exceed 1,500 hours within the payment year; the schedule is approximately 29 hours per week. Salary is commensurate with experience, and the position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime. Applicants must provide a resume/CV and references. Virginia Tech cannot sponsor work visas for this vacancy, and the successful candidate must undergo a criminal conviction check.

Requirements

• Direct or related experience in plant science or biology as wage personnel or in a similar capacity.
• Computer literacy, particularly with MS Word, Excel, email, and internet applications.
• Valid driver's license and access to personal transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in plant biology or a related field.
• Practical experience in orchard and laboratory work.
• Experience in data management and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee fruit-tree research plots.
• Conduct fieldwork, including flagging trees, counting flowers and fruits, and harvesting.
• Analyze fruit physical and chemical characteristics and document findings in Excel.
• Prepare plant tissues for molecular and biochemical analysis, including grinding samples with liquid nitrogen.
• Assist with a broad range of field and laboratory experiments.
• Maintain accurate data and comprehensive records of experimental activities.
• Collaborate with graduate students, field technicians, and other personnel on research initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed