Citrus Research Assistant: Data, Entomology & Field Lab

tamus; Kingsville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s Citrus Center, located in Kingsville, Texas, invites applications for a Research Assistant. This grant-funded, 12-month position supports entomology, horticulture, and data analysis in a dynamic research environment, with continuation contingent on funding.

The role involves designing and coordinating experiments, collecting and managing data, performing statistical analyses, preparing reports and outreach materials, and assisting in presentations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences, biology, ecology, entomology, horticulture, pest management, plant science or an applicable field.
• Three years of related experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment (preferred).
• Ability to effectively use a computer and applicable software to create databases, present data, and perform other computer-related tasks (preferred).
• Experience in scouting, identification and/or management of citrus pests or diseases (preferred).
• Experience in greenhouse crop production or citrus management practices (preferred).
• Experience in setup and maintenance of drip or sprinkler irrigation systems (preferred).
• Pesticide applicator license (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assists in the design, planning, coordinating, and execution of experiments or trials in support of various research projects in the laboratory, field, or greenhouse.
• Collects samples and measurement data for laboratory or greenhouse experiments and field trials.
• Records, compiles, and maintains data sets and observations for experiments or trials.
• Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical, or field staff involved in research.
• Uses computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.
• Evaluates, summarizes, and records results of technical evaluations, data, or statistical analyses.
• Summarizes project results/findings in progress reports.
• Assists in preparing and writing reports or proposals to funding agencies.
• Assists in preparing outreach/grower articles or scientific manuscripts for journals.
• Assists in preparing oral or poster presentations for scientific or grower meetings.
• Prepares and gives oral presentations on research-related topics to Citrus Center visitors.
• Assembles, installs, operates, maintains, and repairs research equipment.
• Purchases equipment or supplies required for research projects.
• Maintains records and invoices of purchases related to research projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences, biology, ecology, entomology, horticulture, pest management, plant science or an applicable field

Job description

Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s Citrus Center, located in Kingsville, Texas, invites applications for a Research Assistant. This grant-funded, 12-month position supports entomology, horticulture, and data analysis in a dynamic research environment, with continuation contingent on funding.

The role involves designing and coordinating experiments, collecting and managing data, performing statistical analyses, preparing reports and outreach materials, and assisting in presentations and