Temporary Research Technician

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

Job summary

North Carolina State University seeks a Temporary Research Technician to assist with planting, managing, and harvesting research trials in Raleigh. This role offers opportunities for substantial travel to field sites and requires strong communication skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to tolerate outdoor working conditions. Ideal candidates should have an interest in plant production and experience in horticulture.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Attention to detail.
• Passion to learn about plants and agricultural research.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planting, managing, and harvesting research trials.
• Travel to field sites around eastern NC and laboratories on campus.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Comfortable working around farm machinery

Tolerate heat and dusty conditions

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Education

Combination of training and experience

Interest in plant production

Experience in horticulture or related major

Job description

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Essential Job Duties

The specific duties for these positions will include assisting with planting, managing, and harvesting research trials in our greenhouses and on our research station and on-farm trials. Our research program is based in Raleigh, but these positions will include substantial travel opportunities to field sites around eastern NC and in our laboratories on campus.

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number PG195024TM

Position Number 11ASO3428

Position Type Temporary

Essential Job Duties

The specific duties for these positions will include assisting with planting, managing, and harvesting research trials in our greenhouses and on our research station and on-farm trials. Our research program is based in Raleigh, but these positions will include substantial travel opportunities to field sites around eastern NC and in our laboratories on campus.

This position is a spring/summer time limited position that will run from March-August 2025.

Is Time Limited No

If Yes, Appointment Length

Department Information

Job City & State Raleigh, NC

Department Horticultural Science

System Information

Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title Temporary Research Technician

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule 40/hrs per week between, Monday-Friday, 6:30am-6:30pm

Other Work/Responsibilities

• n/a
  
  

Minimum Experience/Education

• Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties
  
  

Department Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be comfortable working around farm machinery
• Must be able to tolerate heat and dusty conditions of summer field work
• Must be able to routinely lift up to 50 pounds
  
  

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• An interest in plant production and a high level of accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Passion to learn more about plants and agricultural research along with experience in horticulture and/or a related major
  
  

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 05/27/2025

Applicant Information

Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/216442

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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