Research Technician II

Texas A&M University; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

12-15 days of annual paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Employee Wellness Initiative

Job summary

Texas A&M University is seeking a Research Technician II in Lubbock, Texas. Responsibilities include preparing seeds for trials, planting field plots, and managing research equipment. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and three years of experience, alongside the ability to work independently and follow instructions.

The role offers health benefits, paid sick leave, and vacation days. Employment is contingent upon a background check and verification of credentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a combination of education and experience.
• Three years of related experience.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and to work cooperatively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and package seeds for field trials and a breeding nursery.
• Pollinate and harvest the nursery; collect data and samples from field experiments.
• Maintain, operate, and service research equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of farm equipment

Ability to follow instructions

Working knowledge of general office procedures

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Research Technician II

Location

Lubbock, Texas

Salary

Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications. This is an hourly paid position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and package seeds for field trials and a breeding nursery.
• Plant field plots; apply herbicides, fertilizers, and irrigation water according to research protocols.
• Pollinate and harvest the nursery; collect data and samples from field experiments.
• Harvest yield trials and other breeding materials.
• Shell and process hand‑harvested corn ears.
• Enter data into computer systems and maintain seed inventory.
• Maintain, operate, and service research equipment.
• Assist in hiring and supervising student workers.
• Perform other job duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a combination of education and experience.
• Three years of related experience.
• Knowledge of farm equipment and ability to use office equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to work with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of general office procedures, computers, and related equipment.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to multi‑task.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Texas driver’s license.

Other Requirements

• Ability to lift moderately heavy objects.
• Ability to exert heavy force.
• Ability to work outside standard office hours, including weekends and holidays during planting, pollination, and harvesting seasons.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Employee Wellness Initiative.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Security and Background Check

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and other required information.