Seasonal Agricultural Workers

Rutgers University; New Jersey; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Seasonal Agricultural Worker to support its Turfgrass Weed Science Program. This role is vital for advancing research and educating professionals on sustainable weed management practices. As an Agricultural Research Assistant, you will engage in field, greenhouse, and laboratory research, contributing to the maintenance of research plots. Ideal candidates will have a high school education, a keen interest in plants, and the ability to work independently outdoors in various weather conditions. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in agricultural research while working closely with experts in the field.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work independently after training.
• Desire to work outdoors and interest in plants or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with experiment setup and treatment application in various studies.
• Collect and manage research data to support ongoing studies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Interest in plants

Education

High school/vocational school education

Tools

Field equipment

Job description

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The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Seasonal Agricultural Worker for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. This position supports the Turfgrass Weed Science Program as an Agricultural Research Assistant, contributing to field, greenhouse, and laboratory research and plot maintenance.

The role plays a key part in advancing research and extension efforts aimed at educating industry professionals and land managers on best practices for sustainable weed management. Work will support research that examines weed ecology in turfgrass systems, herbicide efficacy, integrated and non-chemical weed control strategies, and how turfgrass management influences weed competitiveness and herbicide performance.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Assists with experiment setup and treatment application in field, greenhouse, and lab studies.
• Collects, manages, and processes research data to support ongoing studies.
• Maintains field and greenhouse research areas, including tasks such as equipment operation, watering, weeding, mowing, planting/seeding, and scouting for weeds or turf conditions.

Position Status: Per Diem

Hours Per Week: up to 40 hours/week

Work Arrangement: This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

• High school/vocational school education or equivalent experience.

Certifications/Licenses: Valid driver’s license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to work independently once provided training.
• Desire to work outdoors and an interest in plants or related discipline.
• Tasks performed require a high attention to detail, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Work locations will include Cook Campus, Hort. Farm No. 2, and the Adelphia Research and Extension Farm.

Posting Open Date: 03/12/2025

Posting Close Date: 09/12/2025

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution.