Temporary Research Specialist

Temporary Research Specialist

Facilitate and coordinate weed science research.

Duties include:

collect, analyze and present research data; monitor project budgets and manage requisition and purchase orders; apply pesticides and fertilizers.

Position Type
- Temporary

Wolfpack

Perks and Benefits
- 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.

What we offer:

health insurance for temporary employees, LEAD courses, attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free, attain work-life balance with our childcare discounts, wellness & recreation membership, and wellness programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer:
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Job City & State
- Raleigh, NC

Department
- Crop and Soil Sciences

Classification Title
- Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title
- Temporary Research Specialist

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule - 40/hrs per week, 8am-5pm

Minimum Experience/Education - 4 year degree; or an equivalent combination of training and/or related experience

Department Required Skills
- At least 5 years experience working in weed science or related field; experience collecting, analyzing and presenting research data; ability to apply pesticides and fertilizers safely; experience monitoring project budgets; experience managing requisitions and purchase orders

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education - MS degree in weed science or related field

Required License or Certification - NC Pesticide's License; valid driver's license

Valid NC Driver's License required? - Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required? - No

Anticipated Hiring Range - $18-$22/hr

Job Open Date - 08/17/2026

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