Viticulture Field & Lab Research Associate II

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 43,022 - 54,552; Part time

Job summary

A university agricultural research entity in California seeks a project assistant to support vineyard and orchard research. This role involves data collection, supervising interns, and applying pesticides for trials. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, along with strong organizational and communication skills. Applicants must obtain a Qualified Applicator Certificate. This position provides a pay scale of $31.23 to $39.60 per hour, pending experience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated organizational skills to collect data and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to pay attention to details and produce accurate results.
• Experience using software such as Excel for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist with establishment of field and greenhouse trials.
• Communicate with cooperators to coordinate logistics.
• Perform pesticide applications for experimental trials.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Data Analysis

Viticulture Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in irrigation, plant sciences, soil science or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

A university agricultural research entity in California seeks a project assistant to support vineyard and orchard research. This role involves data collection, supervising interns, and applying pesticides for trials. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, along with strong organizational and communication skills. Applicants must obtain a Qualified Applicator Certificate. This position provides a pay scale of $31.23 to $39.60 per hour, pending experience.