Agricultural Tech II Research

Kansas State University; Colby (KS); On-site; USD 23,088 - 36,974; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking an on-site research support role to assist the Cropping Systems Agronomist. Responsibilities include data collection, harvesting field and greenhouse plots, and maintaining equipment.

The job requires basic agricultural science experience, a valid driver's license, and computer proficiency for data entry and analysis. Preferred candidates have related biological sciences education and knowledge of pesticides hazards, plus willingness to communicate issues and

Qualifications

• Requires at least 1 year of relevant experience in agricultural sciences.
• Must be 18 years old to operate a soil water instrument which contains radioactive material.
• Valid driver's license.
• Education in biological or agricultural sciences favored.
• Knowledge of hazards of pesticides and reading MSDS/SDS labels.

Responsibilities

• Assist crop scientists and research team in establishing, maintaining, and collecting data.
• Harvest field and greenhouse research plots and prepare data for analysis.
• Enter data and assist in data analysis following established procedures.
• Maintain lab, greenhouse, and field equipment.

Tools

MS Word

Spreadsheet

Electronic data transfer

Job description

About This Role

This position, which is under the supervision of the Cropping Systems Agronomist, provides assistance to the research crop scientists and crop research team. The worker assists the supervisor in establishing, maintaining, and collecting research data, and harvesting field and greenhouse research plots. Following established procedures, the worker provides assistance in data entry and analysis and maintains lab, greenhouse, and field equipment.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires at least 1-year of relevant experience in agricultural sciences.
• Must be 18 years old in order to operate a soil water instrument which contains radioactive material as required by the KSU Radiation Safety Office.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education in the biological sciences, agricultural sciences, agricultural systems, or agriculture mechanics.
• Knowledge of the hazards and effects of pesticides (herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, etc.) and the ability to read and interpret labels and MSDS/SDS instructions regarding safe and proper use of agricultural chemicals.
• Skill and ability to use computers and software, such as MS Word, spreadsheet and electronic data transfer.
• Willingness to communicate errors or problems.
• Ability to read and follow spoken and written plans.

Additional Role Information:

• Valid driver's license, upon employment, in order to drive state-owned vehicles.
• Work requires physical exertion and exposure to inclement weather.
• Must be able to transport in excess of 50 lbs., not exceeding 100 lbs. unassisted on a regular basis. Equipment used includes field scientific instruments, lab instruments, computers and grain processing facilities.
• The position involves regular (daily) use or contact with motorized vehicles such as pickup trucks and utility vehicles.

Sponsorship Eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Compensation

$16.76 - $26.84/hr