Research Technologist II
MSU Careers Details•East Lansing, MI
About The Position
Michigan State University’s Dry Bean Research program is hiring a hands-on research technician based primarily in East Lansing, Michigan, with work across multiple research and on-farm locations. The position involves field, greenhouse, and laboratory activities supporting dry bean research. It is full-time and benefits-eligible. The role is limited-term, funded for one year from the date of hire, with possible extension depending on funding renewal.
Requirements
- A four-year college degree in Plant Sciences or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Six months to one year of related and progressively responsible or expansive work experience performing basic research techniques relevant to the area of employment.
- Experience with the use and calibration of related equipment.
- Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, database and/or desktop publishing software, and presentation software, or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
- Plant, harvest, and collect field data for dry beans.
- Manage and collect data at two MSU research farms and several on-farm organic sites.
- Manage seed and measure seed quality.
- Conduct bean canning and post-harvest evaluations.
- Provide greenhouse support for bean hybridizations.
- Conduct disease screening and molecular marker screening.
- Supervise and assist undergraduate students and interns.
- Manage data and perform basic data analysis.
Benefits
- Benefits-eligible position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
