OPS- Corn Breeding

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Florida is seeking a pollination assistant to support corn production and related greenhouse and field tasks. The role involves preparing growing areas, performing controlled hand pollination, and maintaining careful records of crosses and plant data.

Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor work, can handle physical activity in varying conditions, and follow established safety procedures. Flexible hours are expected to align with crop conditions and pollination schedules.

Formación

• Experience in agricultural, farm, greenhouse, or crop production preferred; willing to train the right candidate.
• Able to perform physical work for extended periods outdoors.
• Able to lift and carry materials and equipment as required.
• Comfortable outdoors in hot, humid, dusty conditions; greenhouse work.
• Good hand coordination and attention to detail.
• Follow safety procedures and established agricultural practices.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Willing to work flexible hours based on crop conditions.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with greenhouse and field preparation, maintenance, planting, and crop care
• Perform controlled hand pollination of corn plants in field and greenhouse environments
• Record pollination crosses, plant information, dates, and other required data
• Carefully handle pollen, bags, labels, and other pollination materials
• Follow procedures to prevent unwanted cross-pollination or contamination
• Assist with other agricultural duties as assigned throughout the growing season

Conocimientos

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Descripción del empleo

At the University of Florida, we are a people of purpose. We’re committed to challenging convention and ourselves. We see things not as they are, but as they could be. And we strive for a greater impact: one measured in people helped...

• Assist with greenhouse and field preparation, maintenance, planting, and general crop care
• Safely handle agricultural tools, equipment, and materials
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Assist with crop tagging, labeling, sample collection, harvesting, and record keeping
• Perform controlled hand pollination of corn plants in field and greenhouse environments
• Identify corn plants and reproductive stages ready for pollination
• Collect and apply pollen according to established procedures
• Follow procedures to prevent unwanted cross-pollination or contamination
• Carefully handle pollen, bags, labels, and other pollination materials
• Accurately record pollination crosses, plant information, dates, and other required data
• Assist with other agricultural duties as assigned throughout the growing season

$15-$17/hr, based on experience

Required Qualifications:

• Previous agricultural, farm, greenhouse, or crop-production experience preferred; willing to train the right candidate
• Able to perform physical work for extended periods, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and working with plants
• Able to lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment as required
• Comfortable working outdoors in hot, humid, dusty, or changing weather conditions
• Comfortable working in greenhouses where temperatures and humidity may be high
• Good hand coordination and attention to detail
• Able to follow detailed instructions, safety procedures, and established agricultural practices
• Reliable, punctual, responsible, and able to work effectively with others
• Willing to work flexible hours based on crop conditions, weather, and pollination schedules

Preferred:

• Previous experience with corn pollination, plant breeding, or agricultural research
• Experience working with corn tassels, silks, pollen, or controlled crosses
• Greenhouse or research-farm experience
• Basic knowledge of crop production and plant care
• Valid driver's license, required for the position