Research Greenhouse Support Specialist

Research Greenhouse Support Specialist

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Job Category:
Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:
Research Specialist

Job Summary:

The Research Greenhouses, part of the CALS Agricultural Research Stations, are seeking a highly motivated Research Greenhouse Support Specialist to join the greenhouse operations team. The crops grown and the experiments taking place at the greenhouses are diverse and ever-changing, and research outcomes continue to have deep and meaningful impacts in our world. This position will assist with greenhouse operations and configuration, plant pest and disease management, plant care, supply stocking, ordering, maintenance, repairs, recordkeeping, and cleaning tasks.

In addition, the specialist will provide support to researchers, students, and the public in various capacities including plant care guidance, greenhouse orientation training, and outreach efforts both within UW and with external audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides operational guidance on day‑to‑day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers
• Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and reporting to internal and external audiences
• Performs literature reviews and writes reports
• Conducts research experiments according to established protocols with moderate impact to the project(s); collects data and monitors test results
• Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials
• Participates in greenhouse pest and disease management activities, including scouting, identification, control efforts, recordkeeping, and exploration of novel pest and disease control methods
• Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area; tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders

Department:
Research Greenhouses, CALS Agricultural Research Stations

Compensation:
The anticipated minimum salary for this position is $50,000 annually. Final salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees can expect benefits such as vacation, holidays, paid time off, insurance, savings accounts, and retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Required Qualifications:

• General knowledge of plant taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, and culture
• Effective communication and customer interaction skills
• Ability to follow established protocols and procedures consistently
• Experience performing tasks requiring careful attention to detail, high accuracy, and thoroughness
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel or similar software; ability to enter information into existing documents

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with specific plant cultural practices across a wide range of crops in greenhouse and growth chamber environments
• Experience accurately identifying plant pests and diseases and making effective recommendations for pest and disease control in a research context
• Experience using and maintaining pest control equipment such as protective suits, sprayers, and foggers

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in plant science or a relevant field preferred but not required.

How to Apply:

Click the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

• Resume (required) – Detail your educational and professional background
• Cover Letter (optional) – Refer to your related work experience

Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to the next step in the selection process.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Contact Information:
Andrew Vaudt, HR Generalist (andrew.vaudt)

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