Research Field Technician
About The Position
The Research Field Technician for Horticulture is responsible for helping Program Technicians in the management of resources and research projects related to the areas of Horticulture and Plant Pathology. Responsibilities include site preparation, planting, irrigation, nutrient management, and harvest of specialty crops. Additionally, the candidate will be required to manage crops grown in the greenhouse. Other duties will include some lab work (routine procedures) in the plant pathology lab. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Requirements
- The formal education or equivalent of a high school diploma, plus two years of experience in managing horticultural crops.
- Ability to operate tractors, RTVs, and four wheelers.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a research setting.
- Experience managing research data regarding horticultural plants.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Familiarity with MS Office.
Responsibilities
- site preparation
- planting
- irrigation
- nutrient management
- harvest of specialty crops
- manage crops grown in the greenhouse
- lab work (routine procedures) in the plant pathology lab
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
