Plant & Soil Research Technician — Biological Lab

US Agricultural Research Service; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

USDA Agricultural Research Service's Subtropical Horticulture Research Station in Miami, Florida, invites applications for a research support position. You will participate in plant or soil studies, collect samples, and operate standard laboratory or field equipment as part of a collaborative team.

This federal role requires meeting specialized experience or education requirements at GS-05 through GS-07, with awareness of safety protocols and documentation practices in a research setting.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience for GS-05 includes one year in research or nursery work with plants and basic lab/field equipment.
• For GS-07, advanced knowledge and ability to plan multistep tasks and modify procedures.

Responsibilities

• Participate in plant or soil research projects and collect samples.
• Operate basic laboratory or field equipment as part of ongoing studies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Job description

USDA Agricultural Research Service's Subtropical Horticulture Research Station in Miami, Florida, invites applications for a research support position. You will participate in plant or soil studies, collect samples, and operate standard laboratory or field equipment as part of a collaborative team.

This federal role requires meeting specialized experience or education requirements at GS-05 through GS-07, with awareness of safety protocols and documentation practices in a research setting.