Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Turfgrass Breeding Program

Seasonal Agricultural Worker
- Turfgrass Breeding Program

Posting Number: 26TM0030

Department: Plant Biology

Location: Adelphia (Freehold), NJ

Position Status: Full Time (Temporary Staff Appointment
- Hourly)

Posting Open Date: 01/26/2026;
Posting Close Date: 07/26/2026

The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences at Rutgers University is seeking a Seasonal Agricultural Worker – Turfgrass Breeding Program to assist in establishing and maintaining turfgrass research areas on campus and in greenhouses. The role supports activities in research farms, field trials, and greenhouse projects.

• Handle watering, cutting, planting/establishment, or weeding of research trials on farms and in greenhouses.
• Assist in establishing breeding trials, collecting plant tissue or harvesting seed, isolation, preparation, threshing, and weighing.
• Develop and utilize various plant propagation techniques.
• Assist the primary investigator or researchers in data collection and analysis.
• Work up to 6 months consecutively, typically a 40‑hour week from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with possible weekend work.

• Minimum of high school or vocational school education or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision after training.
• Experience or interest in plant biology, plant breeding, or related disciplines.
• Experience working in an agricultural field, farm setting, or plant care.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions and to lift up to 40 pounds.

Hourly rate: $18.00 – $22.00. Salary determined by qualifications, experience, and departmental funding. Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs; competitive retirement benefits; educational benefits; life insurance; and employee discount programs.

This position requires a fully on‑site arrangement.

Rutgers University is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, marital status, gender identity, disability status, or other protected class. For additional information refer to the university’s Non-Discrimination Statement.