Temporary Potato Breeding Research Technician - Plymouth, NC

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Temporary Potato Breeding Research Technician in Plymouth, NC. The role involves physical labor such as weeding and harvesting potato fields, with a work schedule of approximately 40 hours per week. The position requires effective communication and the ability to work under summer conditions, ideal for those with a passion for agricultural science.

Qualifications

• Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and communicate effectively.
• Comfortable working around farm machinery in summer conditions.

Responsibilities

• Weeding plots and harvesting potato and seed plots.
• Cleaning and preparing harvesting equipment after use.
• Assisting in grading process and frying potato chips.

Skills

Effective communication

Comfortable working around farm machinery

Ability to lift 50lbs

Tolerance for heat and dust

Education

Combination of training and experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Posting Number:

PG194918TM

Position Number:

11ASO3414

Position Type:

Temporary

Essential Job Duties:

Weeding plots, harvesting potato field plots, harvesting seed from greenhouse generated fruit, frying potato chips, assisting in grading process, cleaning and preparing harvesting equipment, cleaning equipment post-harvest, other tasks as the need arises.

Work Schedule – We will work approximately 40 hrs./week. Some weeks will be less and the time of day the project will start in the mornings will fluctuate depending on the tasks the project is required to complete.

Is Time Limited:

No

Job City & State:

Plymouth, NC

Department:

Horticultural Science

Classification Title:

Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title:

Temporary Potato Breeding Research Technician - Plymouth, NC

Work Schedule:

40/hrs per week

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• n/a

Minimum Experience/Education:

• Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties

Department Required Skills:

• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors
• Must be comfortable working around farm machinery
• Must be able to tolerate heat and dusty conditions of summer field work

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:

• Able to use MS Word and Excel
• Familiar with Google Sheets
  

Required License or Certification:

• Valid driver’s license

Valid NC Driver's License required?:

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?:

No

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$15-$20/hr

Job Open Date:

02/25/2025

Quick Link:

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/215384

EEO:

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. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. 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.