Research Technician

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PG195039SP

No

Research Technician

Commensurate with experience ($43,116)

Monday
- Friday, 7am - 4pm (Seasonal overtime, occasional nights and weekends)

Kinston, NC

Lower Coastal Plain Tobacco Research

The Lower Coastal Plan/Cunningham Research Station Station is one of eighteen agricultural research centers in the State of North Carolina. North Carolina State University owns the Cunningham Research Station 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 which address specific questions of crop production in North Carolina.

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Medical , Dental , and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

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The Research Technician position is a multi-disciplinary 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 agricultural 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.

• Assist with general upkeep and maintenance of overall facility and equipment.
• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

• Knowledge of agricultural practices related to crop and livestock production. Experience in agriculture and/or agricultural research.
• Experience operating and adjusting farm equipment, including calibration.
• Ability to read and follow pesticide labels and research protocols.
• Ability to collect and record data accurately.