Potato Breeding Research Technician

Oregon State University; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon State University’s Hermiston Experiment Station in Hermiston, Oregon, is recruiting a Biological Science Research Technician 2 for the Potato Breeding Program. This full-time position is based at the Hermiston site and involves on-site work focused on potato research and breeding activities.

Under the project leader, you will develop greenhouse and field experiments, run variety trials, perform crosses, monitor plants, harvest potato trials, and ensure safety.

Qualifications

• Two years of college-level courses in horticulture or related area and one year of related experience.
• 5+ years of experience with potato planting/harvesting or potato breeding activities.
• Ability to obtain ATV certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plants in the greenhouse.
• Planting, transplanting and fertilizing plants on pre-established schedule.
• Perform crosses between established clones.
• Under supervision, establish field experiments, including planning, mapping, planting, data collection, weed control and harvesting.
• Under supervision, perform tubers sorting and evaluation.
• Assist project leader with Extension events including Field Days, Workshops and Farm Tours.

Skills

ATV certification

Potato planting/harvesting experience

Horticulture coursework

Education

Two years of college-level courses in horticulture or related field

Job description

Oregon State University’s Hermiston Experiment Station in Hermiston, Oregon, is recruiting a Biological Science Research Technician 2 for the Potato Breeding Program. This full-time position is based at the Hermiston site and involves on-site work focused on potato research and breeding activities.

Under the project leader, you will develop greenhouse and field experiments, run variety trials, perform crosses, monitor plants, harvest potato trials, and ensure safety.