Maize Genetics Research Support Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences seeks a part-time research support assistant to provide technical assistance to Dr. Ruairidh Sawers and his group in laboratory, greenhouse and field-based plant genetic research.

Responsibilities include seed inventory, planting prep, controlled pollinations, harvest, data collection and post-harvest processing for the maize genetics program, with coordination across multiple sites and seasons.

Responsibilities

• Seed inventory management
• Plant material preparation for greenhouse and field trials
• Conduct controlled pollinations in field/greenhouse
• Harvest and seed sorting
• Data collection and post-harvest processing
• Coordinate field activities across multiple sites and seasons

Job description

Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences seeks a part-time research support assistant to provide technical assistance to Dr. Ruairidh Sawers and his group in laboratory, greenhouse and field-based plant genetic research.

Responsibilities include seed inventory, planting prep, controlled pollinations, harvest, data collection and post-harvest processing for the maize genetics program, with coordination across multiple sites and seasons.