Temporary LREC Research Program Laborers

Society for Conservation Biology; Langdon (ND); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution is seeking Temporary LREC Research Program Laborers to assist with seasonal tasks in conservation science. This role involves planting, weeding, and operating equipment, requiring good communication and teamwork skills. The position offers flexible hours and a competitive wage, starting at $13/hour.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid ND driver's license and be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform seasonal tasks on small plot research trials including planting, weeding, and harvesting.
• Keep detailed and accurate notes and research records.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Motivation

Tools

Tractors

Combines

Mowers

Tillers

Sprayers

Job description

Temporary LREC Research Program Laborers

Employer North Dakota University System Location Langdon, North Dakota, US Salary Competitive Closing date May 14, 2025

View more categories View less categories Sector Academic / Research Field Conservation science Discipline Biology Salary Type Salary Employment Type Temporary / Seasonal

This is a temporary 40 hours/week, non-benefited position beginning May 2025. Start date is flexible with the position going through the end of August 2025, with the possibility of working through harvest.

Description & Details:

Perform seasonal tasks on small plot research trials including but not limited to planting, weeding, spraying, tilling, swathing, mowing, note-taking, collecting soil samples, disease incidence determination and harvesting.

Operating equipment as needed including tractors, small plot combines, mowers, tillers, and sprayers.

Preference for individuals that are able to drive state fleet vehicles to off-station research sites. (Must have a valid ND drivers license and be at least 18 years of age.)

Process harvested small plot research trials including but not limited to bagging, storing, cleaning, weighing, and sample collection for quality analysis.

Keep detailed and accurate notes and research records. Record notes in database.

Assist plant pathology team in keeping lab, state fleet vehicles, outbuildings, and office areas clean and organized.

Assist with Field Day preparations as needed.

Assist in putting up, operating, and taking down irrigation in research trials.

Must be able to follow directions and have good communication skills.

Must be able to work independently or as part of a team and must be able to physically perform field duties under highly variable conditions.

Must be willing to learn, be highly motivated, and be able to multi-task.

Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8am to 4:30pm working 40 hours/week at the Langdon Research Extension Center in Langdon, ND.

Advertised Pay:

Wage: $13+ / hour depending on experience.

Please call Sara at 701-256-2582 with questions.

To Apply - Applications must include the following materials:

Please include within application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with NDSU, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as your how many hours you work a week and in the past 12 months.

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

Employment Eligibility:

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No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Diversity Statement:

NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.

Veteran's Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or [e-mail].

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