Temporary Field/Lab Assistant

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Temporary Field/Lab Assistant to support their horticultural science department. This role involves hands-on work in vegetable production, including planting, grafting, and harvesting. Candidates should be prepared for a physically demanding job in a team-oriented environment. The position offers a full-time schedule during peak seasons, with opportunities for overtime. If you're passionate about agriculture and enjoy working outdoors, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds routinely.
• Interest in vegetable production or horticulture.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor including planting, grafting, and harvesting.
• Work in hot and humid conditions with a flexible schedule.

Skills

Manual Labor

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

1-2 years of college education in agriculture or horticulture

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• CV or Resume

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG194899TM

Position Number

Position Number 11ASO3409

Position Type

Position Type Temporary

Prefer candidate to have interest in vegetable production or horticulture. Most activities are field related. Duties, include cutting plants, planting seed, planting transplants, grafting plants, applying fertilizer, evaluating commodity quality, and harvesting. Candidate should be able to work within a group setting as well as individually. Candidate must be able to have some flexibility in schedule and willing to perform manual labor daily. Working conditions are very often hot and humid.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6am-6pm is the general range of hours, start and end times will depend on daily travel and tasks to be completed (aim is for 40-45 hours per week, with some overtime expected during the peak season, 50-55 hours). This full time work schedule would begin in earnest in late April or May. We would also like to have some employees start as early as March, part time.

Is Time Limited

Is Time Limited No

Department Information

Job City & State

Department

Department Horticultural Science

System Information

Classification Title

Working Title

Working Title Temporary Field/Lab Assistant

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 6am-6pm is general range in hours, start and ending times will depend on daily travel and tasks.

Other Work/Responsibilities

• n/a
• n/a

Department Required Skills

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds on a routine basis.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• At least 1-2 years of college education with a background in vegetable/agricultural production or individuals with a major or degree in horticulture/agriculture science or allied discipline.
• Field research experience or farming background is a plus

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you able to lift 50 pounds on a routine basis as required for this job?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have at least 1-2 years of a college education with a background in vegetable/agriculture?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have a major or degree in horticulture/agricultural science or allied discipline?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have field research experience or farming background?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid driver’s license?
  • Yes
  • No
Required Documents
• Resume/CV
Optional Documents

NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
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