Plant Science Research Technician (Greenhouse)

US-Agricultural-Research-Servic; Stuttgart (AR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service (USDA ARS) Southeast Area in Stuttgart, Arkansas, seeks an assistant to support essential research activities across greenhouse and field environments.

This position involves assisting in multiple phases of the research process and providing technical support in laboratory and greenhouse settings. The role requires completing the qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date, and offers opportunities to gain

Qualifications

• Specialized experience required: one year of experience comparable to GS-04, related to work in greenhouse settings and operating greenhouse management equipment.
• Education: bachelor's degree with major in biology, chemistry, statistics, agriculture, or related fields; at least 6 semester hours directly related to the position.

Responsibilities

• Participate in one or more phases of the research process in greenhouse, lab, or field settings.
• Assist in planning and sequencing technical aspects of research.
• Support in operating common greenhouse equipment and maintaining facilities.

Skills

Greenhouse experience

Biology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

24 semester hours in related courses

Tools

Greenhouse management equipment

Job description

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service (USDA ARS) Southeast Area in Stuttgart, Arkansas, seeks an assistant to support essential research activities across greenhouse and field environments.

This position involves assisting in multiple phases of the research process and providing technical support in laboratory and greenhouse settings. The role requires completing the qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date, and offers opportunities to gain