Research Technician
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193960SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Research TechnicianAnticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience ($40,250 - $42,094)Work Schedule
Monday - Friday / 7am - 4pm (Seasonal overtime, occasional nights and weekends)Job Location
Clayton, NCDepartment
Central Crops Research StationAbout the Department
Central Crops Research Station is one of eighteen agricultural research centers in the State of North Carolina. North Carolina State University owns the Central Crops Research Station with operational management through the Division of Research Stations. North Carolina State University and the Division of Research Stations establish the general operating procedures. The primary purpose of the Research Station is to provide land, personnel, expertise, facilities, and equipment to research scientists conducting agricultural research projects that address specific questions of crop production in North Carolina.
Essential Job Duties
The position is a multiple-discipline agricultural research field position in support of all three research units. This position will assist with all tasks related to the establishment, maintenance, and disposition of the field crops, vegetables, fruit, tobacco, and animal specimens. This includes, but is not limited to:
- The application of treatments to research subjects according to protocol including pesticides, fertilizers, and irrigation
- Operation of a wide variety of agriculture equipment to prepare fields, apply treatments, and harvest crops.
- Assisting research personnel with plot layout, implementation of treatments, and collection and recording of data.
- Hand planting and harvest
- Assisting research personnel in the seed lab and swine facility.
- Working with various types of irrigation equipment including laying solid set pipe and drip irrigation.
This position will also assist with the maintenance of equipment, grounds, buildings, field plots, and other tasks. The validity of the research test depends upon the quality of work in the Research technician position.
This position is located in Clayton, NC.
You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition (https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition (https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
Other Responsibilities
Assist project staff on research programs in field crops, horticulture, tobacco forages, small grains and swine research. Normal work hours are 7:00am to 4:00pm Monday -Friday. Additional work hours may be required especially during planting, irrigation and harvest seasons. Research projects or weather may alter work schedule. Employee will also assist with maintenance of the entire research station as needed.
Minimum Experience/Education
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Other Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of agricultural practices related to crop and livestock production.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Ability to operate farm machinery.
- Ability to communicate in both oral and written form.
- Ability to read and follow pesticide labels and research protocols.
- Ability to collect and record data accurately.
- Prior to permanent status, one must obtain a medical respirator certification showing no significant medical impairment when wearing a negative-pressure respirator.
Preferred Qualifications
- Agriculture production experience.
- Experience in agriculture and/or swine production and agricultural research.
- Experience operating and adjusting farm equipment including calibration.
Required License or Certification
- A valid NC Drivers License and the ability to obtain an NC Drivers License within 60 days of hire.
- A valid Drivers License must be maintained throughout employment.
- Public Pesticide Applicators Licenses or obtained within six months of hire.
- NCDA forklift driver licenses within six months of hire.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
04/25/2024Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
05/03/2024Special Instructions
Please attach a Cover Letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
Please make sure that the information entered on the application matches what is on your resume.
Please make sure that the information entered on the application matches what is on your resume.
Position Number
00042421Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Research TechnicianPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$ 34,320 - $ 72,734Salary Grade Equivalency
GN06Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal EmergenciesTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
115003 - Central Crops Research StationAA/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 Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
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.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
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.
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