Greenhouse & Soil Research Technician

IFDC- International Fertilizer Development; Muscle Shoals (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, invites applications for a position in the Innovation and Research Department. The role focuses on conducting research activities, maintaining greenhouses and related facilities, and supporting soil chemistry and agronomy projects.

Reporting to the Research Associate or Research Manager, the incumbent will execute experiments per protocols, prepare materials, monitor greenhouse operations, and ensure safety and

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma.
• Relevant research experience in managing research facilities associated with soil chemistry and agronomy such as greenhouses is preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed instruction to maintain proper operation and safety procedures.
• Ability to drive large trucks and forklifts to transport large volumes of soil
• Ability to perform basic math calculations (e.g., calculating sample metric weights, properly measuring and mixing chemicals)

Responsibilities

• Execution of research experiments as per the protocols developed by Research Scientists.
• Executing day-to-day operations of the research experiments according to the requirements of the research projects.
• Monitoring and maintaining greenhouse facilities and experiments (e.g., cleaning instruments and glassware, controlling environmental conditions, collecting experimental data as instructed, monitoring growth of plants, informing supervisors of progress).
• Maintenance of research equipment, troubleshoot technical issues, and coordinate repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Ensure compliance with protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participating in training programs as per the requirements.
• Performing a variety of other related minor duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data collection

Basic math

Reading protocols

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Truck driving

Job description

The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, invites applications for a position in the Innovation and Research Department. The role focuses on conducting research activities, maintaining greenhouses and related facilities, and supporting soil chemistry and agronomy projects.

Reporting to the Research Associate or Research Manager, the incumbent will execute experiments per protocols, prepare materials, monitor greenhouse operations, and ensure safety and