Corn Breeding Field Technician II

Texas A&M AgriLife Research; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid holidays (12-15 days annually)

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A leading agricultural research organization in Lubbock, Texas, is seeking a Research Technician II for its corn breeding program. This position involves preparing and packaging seeds, planting plots, collecting data, and supervising student workers. A high school diploma and three years of related experience are required. The role offers competitive hourly pay and includes benefits such as insurance and paid leave. Successful candidates will have strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in field settings.

Qualifications

• Three years of related experience.
• Working knowledge of general office procedures, computers and equipment.
• Texas Driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and package seeds for field trials.
• Plant field plots and apply herbicides, fertilizers, and irrigation.
• Collect data and samples from field experiments.

Skills

Knowledge of farm equipment

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A leading agricultural research organization in Lubbock, Texas, is seeking a Research Technician II for its corn breeding program. This position involves preparing and packaging seeds, planting plots, collecting data, and supervising student workers. A high school diploma and three years of related experience are required. The role offers competitive hourly pay and includes benefits such as insurance and paid leave. Successful candidates will have strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in field settings.