Sugarcane Research Technician: Breeding & Genomics

U.S. Department of Agriculture; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Agriculture in Houma, LA seeks a researcher to lead sustainable breeding and variety development using genomics, precision agriculture, IPM, soil science, and plant physiology. You will adapt techniques and manage data and materials across field and greenhouse settings.

The role emphasizes rigorous data handling, inventory control, and adherence to Federal research protocols, with evaluation through standard USDA procedures. A probationary period applies.

Qualifications

• Experience with field or agriculture methods as described in major duties.
• Ability to adapt, modify, or develop new techniques/procedures for research projects.
• Proficiency in.tabulating, analyzing, and summarizing data using software packages.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainable research and variety development using breeding, genomics, precision agriculture, IPM, soil science, and plant physiology.
• Adapts or develops new techniques and procedures to satisfy project needs.
• Tabulates, statistically analyzes, and summarizes data using computers and software.
• Maintain records and compile data from various sources; manage chemical inventory and prepare solutions and reagents for field and greenhouse use.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Integrity/Honesty

Interpersonal Skills

Learning

Reading Comprehension

Self-Management

Teamwork

Job description

U.S. Department of Agriculture in Houma, LA seeks a researcher to lead sustainable breeding and variety development using genomics, precision agriculture, IPM, soil science, and plant physiology. You will adapt techniques and manage data and materials across field and greenhouse settings.

The role emphasizes rigorous data handling, inventory control, and adherence to Federal research protocols, with evaluation through standard USDA procedures. A probationary period applies.