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Temporary Potato Breeding Research Technician

Job Description

Posting Number

PG194093TM

Position Number

11ASO3192

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

Work Schedule

40/hrs per week

Other Work/Responsibilities

  • n/a

Minimum Experience/Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent 

Department Required Skills

  • Must be able to lift 50lbs
  • 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-$16/hr

Job Open Date

01/24/2024

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/196192

AA/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.

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