Part-Time Research Support Vegetable Lab- Di Gioia

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park invites applications for a part-time Research Support position in the Vegetable Crop Science Lab to assist the principal investigator and students with field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments on vegetables and other horticultural crops.

Duties include managing crops and research plots, collecting plant and soil samples, performing biometric assessments, and data collection. Employment may require background checks and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Assisting the principal investigator and students in establishing field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments on vegetables and other horticultural crops
• Managing crops and research plots
• Collecting and processing plant and soil samples
• Performing biometric assessments
• Collecting data

Responsibilities

• Assist PI and students with field, greenhouse, and lab experiments on vegetables and other crops
• Manage crops and research plots to support experiments
• Collect and process plant/soil samples and perform biometric assessments
• Collect research data and aid in data management

Job description

## Part-Time Research Support Vegetable Lab- Di GioiaApplylocations: Penn State University Parktime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000079444# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The Department of Plant Science Vegetable Crop Science Lab in the College of Agricultural Sciences invites applications for a part-time research support position(s). Education requirements vary depending on the job duties.Typical duties for this position include:* assisting the principal investigator and students in establishing field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments on vegetables and other horticultural crops* managing crops and research plots* collecting and processing plant and soil samples* performing biometric assessments* collecting data **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. **EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity 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.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.