Research Technician
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194396SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Research TechnicianAnticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with Experience ($47,746 - $49,500)Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pmJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Crop and Soil SciencesAbout the Department
Essential Job Duties
- To conduct field studies focusing on different aspects of sustainable agriculture with a focus on climate change mitigation and adaption, including studies examining/measuring greenhouse gas emissions, cover crops, fertilization techniques, and water quality as impacted by best management practices,
- To manage lab studies and sample preparation, processing and analysis for a variety of parameters.
Other Responsibilities
- Supervision of hourly workers assisting in field work.
- Training of graduate students and hourly employees.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Experience/Education
Other Required Qualifications
- The candidate must have experience with soil and plant sampling.
- Experience operating field sampling machinery.
- Able to work independently and make scientifically informed decisions in the field and in the laboratory.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with maintenance of field sites and management of field crop plots.
- Experience with soil chemical extractions and greenhouse gas emissions is preferred.
Required License or Certification
- Valid NC Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
The position will be required to drive a pickup truck with trailer, tractor, and tractor with Soil Pneumatic Soil Probe.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
12/19/2024Earliest 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.)
01/06/2025Notice to Applicants
Special Instructions
Position Number
00106986Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Research TechnicianPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$ 34,320 - $ 72,734Salary Grade Equivalency
GN06Alternate Option
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Medical EmergenciesTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
110901 - Crop and Soil SciencesAA/EEO
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
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