Assistant Horticulturist — Build Sustainable, Stunning Landscapes

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 77,796,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University seeks an Assistant Horticulturist to maintain and enhance campus landscapes across Duke University and Duke Health facilities. You will apply horticultural knowledge, diagnose plant health issues, and implement sustainable care strategies, supporting teaching, research, healthcare, and campus activities.

You will join a collaborative team, using pruning, edging, mulching, IPM, and seasonal plantings, and assist with planning and landscape recovery during weather events.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in horticulture or closely related field.
• North Carolina Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance Duke landscapes through pruning, edging, mulching, watering, planting, fertilization, and weed management.
• Apply IPM principles to support healthy, sustainable campus landscapes.
• Inspect landscape areas for plant stress, disease, insects, soil erosion; recommend corrective actions.
• Serve as plant care resource and subject matter expert for assigned areas.

Skills

IPM principles

Plant health

Pruning techniques

Pest identification

Safety

Team collaboration

Outdoor work

Vehicle operation

Education

Associate degree in Horticulture

North Carolina Pesticide License

Driver's license

Job description

Duke University seeks an Assistant Horticulturist to maintain and enhance campus landscapes across Duke University and Duke Health facilities. You will apply horticultural knowledge, diagnose plant health issues, and implement sustainable care strategies, supporting teaching, research, healthcare, and campus activities.

You will join a collaborative team, using pruning, edging, mulching, IPM, and seasonal plantings, and assist with planning and landscape recovery during weather events.