Potato Breeding & Field Research Technician

OSU Oregon State University; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 51,750,000 - 75,074,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon State University invites applications for a full-time Biological Science Research Technician 2 at the Hermiston Experiment Station in Hermiston, Oregon. The role supports greenhouse and field potato research, executing crosses, variety trials, and data collection under supervision.

Qualified candidates will have college-level horticulture or agriculture coursework, extensive potato experience, and the ability to obtain ATV certification.

Qualifications

• Two years of college-level study in horticulture or agriculture with related experience at the Biological Research Technician 1 level or equivalent.
• Five or more years of potato planting/harvesting or potato breeding experience.
• Ability to obtain ATV certification within 30 days of hire and maintain it.
• Criminal history and motor vehicle checks as required by OSU policies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute greenhouse and field experiments.
• Conduct variety trials and perform crosses to select plant material.
• Monitor and maintain plants in greenhouse and field.
• Prepare and conduct potato trials harvesting and tuber evaluation.
• Oversee safety procedures for potato breeding program and data organization.
• Assist project leader with extension events such as Field Days and Workshops.
• Under supervision, plan field experiments from mapping to harvesting.

Skills

Potato planting/harvesting experience

Potato breeding experience

Teamwork

ATV certification

Education

Two years of college-level horticulture/agriculture courses

Equivalent training and experience

Job description

Oregon State University invites applications for a full-time Biological Science Research Technician 2 at the Hermiston Experiment Station in Hermiston, Oregon. The role supports greenhouse and field potato research, executing crosses, variety trials, and data collection under supervision.

Qualified candidates will have college-level horticulture or agriculture coursework, extensive potato experience, and the ability to obtain ATV certification.