Temporary Research Technician – Mills Rive, NC Position Available In Henderson, North Carolina

Temporary Research Technician – Mills Rive, NC North Carolina State University $18/hr United States, North Carolina, Mills River 455 Research Drive (Show on map) Jun 25, 2025 Position Information Posting Number

PG195057TM

Position Number 11ASO3442
Position Type Temporary
Essential Job Duties Assist in the tomato breeding program, including planting, data recording, harvesting, and other operations related to tomatoes. Is Time Limited No
If Yes, Appointment Length Department Information Job City & State Mills River, NC
Department Horticultural Science
System Information Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title Temporary Research Technician – Mills Rive, NC
Requirements and Preferences Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Other Work/Responsibilities n/a Minimum Experience/Education Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties Department Required Skills Experience with planting, pruning and harvesting tomatoes for fruit analysis
Experience recording data in the field
Experience with leaf tissue sampling for DNA extraction
Detail oriented
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in varying weather conditions (heat, rain, pollen)
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Previous experience working in agriculture research
Ability to implement field experiments on the basis of given information Required License or Certification Valid driver’s license Valid NC Driver’s License required? Yes
Commercial Driver’s License Required? No
Recruitment Details Anticipated Hiring Range $18/hr
Recruitment Dates Job Open Date 04/09/2025
Applicant Information Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/216941
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