Field & Lab Ag Research Technician I (On-Call)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Scottsbluff (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center in Scottsbluff, NE seeks an Agricultural Research Technician I (Part-Time, On-Call). The role supports irrigation and digital agriculture projects through field and lab work, sensor installation, data collection, and sampling.Occasional early hours and outdoors are required; driving eligibility is expected.

On-call status means limited leave and benefits; compensation highlights include a minimum wage of $18.55 per

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus one year of related paid or unpaid experience.
• Ability to perform outdoor and laboratory work
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driving eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field and laboratory research supporting irrigation and digital agriculture projects
• Conduct field setup and maintenance
• Perform sensor installation and data collection
• Conduct crop and soil sampling
• Take laboratory measurements
• Clean and organize equipment
• Perform data entry and other tasks needed to complete funded project deliverables.

Skills

Outdoor work

Laboratory work

Data collection

Field equipment

Sensor installation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center in Scottsbluff, NE seeks an Agricultural Research Technician I (Part-Time, On-Call). The role supports irrigation and digital agriculture projects through field and lab work, sensor installation, data collection, and sampling.Occasional early hours and outdoors are required; driving eligibility is expected.

On-call status means limited leave and benefits; compensation highlights include a minimum wage of $18.55 per