Research Technician
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194073SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Research TechnicianAnticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience (Up to $41,300)Work Schedule
Monday - Friday / 7am - 4pm (Seasonal overtime, occasional nights and weekends)Job Location
Kinston, NCDepartment
Lower Coastal Plain Tobacco ReAbout the Department
Lower Coastal Plain Tobacco Research Station (Cunningham 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 North Carolina Agriculture Research Service and 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 Research Technician position is a multiple discipline agricultural research field position in support of all research station operations. This position will assist with all tasks related to the establishment, maintenance, and disposition of field crops, vegetables, fruit, and tobacco. This includes, but is not limited to:
- 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.
- Assist research personnel with plot layout, implementation of treatments, and collection and recording of data.
- Hand planting and harvest.
- Working with various types of irrigation equipment including laying solid set pipe, drip, and linear irrigation systems.
This position will also assist with the maintenance of equipment, grounds, buildings, field plots, and other tasks. The validity of a research test depends upon the quality of work in the Research Technician position.
This position is located in Kinston, NC.
Minimum Experience/Education
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Other Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
- Knowledge of agricultural practices related to crop and livestock production.
- Must be able to lift 60 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Agriculture production experience.
- Experience in agriculture and/or agricultural research.
- Experience operating and adjusting farm equipment including calibration.
Required License or Certification
- Valid driver’s license is required for travel. NC driver’s license required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
- Must obtain NCDA&CS Forklift Driver Certification within 6 months of hire.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
06/19/2024Earliest 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.)
06/26/2024Special Instructions
Applicant required documents: Resume and Contact Information for Professional References (at least one current or previous supervisor reference required).
Position Number
00050573Position 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 - Medical EmergenciesTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
115007 - Lower Coastal Plain Tobacco ReAA/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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