Temporary Potato Breeding Research Technician - Plymouth, NC

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

Job summary

North Carolina State University is seeking a Temporary Potato Breeding Research Technician for its Plymouth, NC location. The role involves essential duties such as weeding, harvesting, and cleaning equipment, requiring effective communication and physical stamina. This position offers valuable experience in agricultural research and requires a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must communicate effectively with supervisors.
• Experience with farm machinery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weeding plots and harvesting potato field plots.
• Frying potato chips and assisting in grading process.
• Cleaning and preparing harvesting equipment.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to lift 50lbs

Comfortable working around farm machinery

Tolerance to heat and dusty conditions

Education

Combination of training and experience

Valid driver's license

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Temporary Potato Breeding Research Technician - Plymouth, NC

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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.

Posting Details

Position Information

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

If Yes, Appointment Length

Department Information

Job City & State Plymouth, NC

Department Horticultural Science

System Information

Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title Temporary Potato Breeding Research Technician - Plymouth, NC

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

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

Recruitment

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range $15-$20/hr

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date 02/25/2025

Applicant Information

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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