Seed Bank & Conservation Research Assistant (Part-Time)

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Red Butte Garden & Arboretum, in partnership with the University of Utah, offers a part-time Conservation & Research Assistant (Work-Study) position. You will support updating the seed bank database and assist with laboratory activities related to seed preservation, contributing to ongoing botanical conservation efforts.

The role emphasizes accuracy, data entry, and organization, with flexible hours during normal workday times. Federal Work-Study eligibility is required for applicants.

Qualifications

• Must be a University of Utah student with a current Federal Work-Study Award.
• RA I: little to no related experience; RA II: at least 1 year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Check seed bank contents in the freezer against records and enter data into a spreadsheet.
• Prepare new seed collections for storage: count, viability testing, imaging, packaging, and ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Botany knowledge

Education

Higher education equivalency

Job description

Red Butte Garden & Arboretum, in partnership with the University of Utah, offers a part-time Conservation & Research Assistant (Work-Study) position. You will support updating the seed bank database and assist with laboratory activities related to seed preservation, contributing to ongoing botanical conservation efforts.

The role emphasizes accuracy, data entry, and organization, with flexible hours during normal workday times. Federal Work-Study eligibility is required for applicants.