Part Time - Plant Science - Research Support Assistant (Charlie White)

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park, PA is seeking a dependable person to support research on soil fertility and nutrient management in cropping systems. The project will focus on nutrient cycling, soil health, cover crops, and water quality.

The role includes outdoor field tasks in corn and soybean crops and related laboratory work, with collaboration among faculty, staff and graduate students.

Qualifications

• Learn field and laboratory techniques for quantifying soil nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, and plant sampling techniques.
• Outdoor work in corn and soybean fields plus laboratory tasks.
• Must have a valid US driver's license and pass motor vehicle records check.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will work with faculty, staff and graduate students to learn field and laboratory techniques for quantifying soil nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, and plant sampling techniques in cover and cash crops.
• Work will involve collaboration with faculty and students in field and lab settings.

Skills

Field work

Laboratory techniques

Soil sampling

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Description and Position Requirements

The Department of Plant Science seeks to hire a dependable and self-motivated person who is interested in the role of soil fertility and nutrient management in cropping systems. The research will focus on nutrient cycling in cropping systems, soil health, cover crops, and water quality.

Job Duties

• The successful candidate will work with faculty, staff and graduate students to learn field and laboratory techniques for quantifying soil nitrogen, phosphorous, sulfur, and plant sampling techniques in cover and cash crops.

Requirements and Qualifications

• The opening will require work in outdoor settings, such as corn and soybean fields, along with laboratory tasks.
• Employment with the University for this job will require the operation of a motor vehicle as a part of the job duties.
• A valid US driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
• Work will require the ability to work in an outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.

Vacancies will remain open until filled.

Contact

For questions, those interested should contact Charlie White ( [e-mail] ).

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

University Park, PA