Research Technician II

Job Title:

Research Technician II

Agency:
Texas A&M Agri Life Research

Department:
Beaumont

Proposed Minimum Salary:
Commensurate

Job Location:

Beaumont, Texas

Job Type: Staff

About Texas A&M Agri Life

Texas A&M Agri Life is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M Agri Life Extension Service
• Texas A&M Agri Life Research
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation's largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M Agri Life brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

We are seeking a Research T echnician II, under general supervision, will provide technical support for breeding and research work to the professional staff . The technician will e valuate, select , and apply standard and advanced scientific techniques used in the field, greenhouse, and laboratory functions . Work performed by the technician will be evaluated based on the successful completion of tasks assigned.

• Conducts seed and land preparation and planting of research trials and breeding nurseries in the field and greenhouse, manages th e crop growth through out the season (e.g., irrigation, fertilization , and pesticide application) , and harvests for yield or plant samples.
• Collects samples and measure s data from research trials and breeding nurseries . Collects and summariz es crop management information of research trials and breeding nurseries.
• Conducts and records yield and quality (using grain analyzers) measurements . C ompiles the data using Excel and Word .
• Assists in making crosses for the development of new breeding populations.
• Operates and maintains the functionality of field (e.g., tractors , planters, combine harvester , threshers, and backhoe) and lab technical equipment (e.g., rice dehullers, mills, and whiteness and moisture meters) .
• Plant s, harvest and takes data in off station yield trials.
• Train s and assign s tasks as necessary to student workers and co-workers under his supervision
• Travel s to Puerto Ric o for harvesting plant materials.
• Assists staff members in conducting major field experiments and consults in developing procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of related experience.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform responsibilities listed above, such as growing, managing, and harvesting rice and samples in field and greenhouse nurser ies or experiment s ; data measurement and compilation; and operating and maintaining field and lab equipment.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent experience

Salary:
Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate's qualifications. This is an hourly paid position.

When you choose to work for Texas A&M Agri Life, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M Agri Life contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M Agri Life

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.