Field & Lab Agricultural Tech II Research

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking an Agricultural Tech II Research to assist the Cropping Systems Agronomist with data collection, harvesting, and data entry in field and greenhouse settings. The role supports data management and maintenance of equipment across lab, greenhouse, and field environments.

The position emphasizes adherence to safety protocols, ability to operate lab and field instruments, and basic computer skills for data transfer and reporting.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in agricultural sciences.
• Must be 18 years old to operate a soil water instrument containing radioactive material.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing, maintaining and collecting research data and harvest field/greenhouse plots.
• Support data entry and analysis following established procedures.
• Maintain lab, greenhouse, and field equipment.

Skills

Agricultural sciences experience

Driver's license

MS Word

MS Excel

Electronic data transfer

Education

Biological sciences

Agricultural sciences

Agriculture mechanics

Job description

Kansas State University is seeking an Agricultural Tech II Research to assist the Cropping Systems Agronomist with data collection, harvesting, and data entry in field and greenhouse settings. The role supports data management and maintenance of equipment across lab, greenhouse, and field environments.

The position emphasizes adherence to safety protocols, ability to operate lab and field instruments, and basic computer skills for data transfer and reporting.