Plant Pathology Research Technician

US-Agricultural-Research-Servic; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

USDA Agricultural Research Service in Urbana, IL, seeks personnel for GS-06/07 levels to support soybean and maize germplasm research. You will assist in laboratory, field, or greenhouse work, collect samples, use scientific equipment, and maintain detailed records of research activities.

The role requires experience with plant pathology protocols, data organization, and safe handling of materials, with opportunities for graduate education and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience for GS-06/07 includes lab/field/greenhouse research tasks and data handling.
• Education must include at least one year of graduate study in relevant bioscience fields.
• Combination of experience and graduate education is allowed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory, field, or greenhouse activities and procedures.
• Collect samples and operate scientific equipment according to established methods.
• Maintain accurate research records and support data organization and reporting.
• Perform disease inoculations and screenings; maintain equipment and materials.
• Follow safety procedures when handling biological or chemical materials.

Skills

Laboratory research

Field research

Greenhouse research

Education

Master's degree in Biology/Plant Pathology/Agronomy

Tools

Scientific equipment

Data analysis software

Job description

USDA Agricultural Research Service in Urbana, IL, seeks personnel for GS-06/07 levels to support soybean and maize germplasm research. You will assist in laboratory, field, or greenhouse work, collect samples, use scientific equipment, and maintain detailed records of research activities.

The role requires experience with plant pathology protocols, data organization, and safe handling of materials, with opportunities for graduate education and professional growth.