Temporary Research Specialist

Essential Job Duties

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

Posting Number PG196161TM

Position Number 11

ASO
3747

Position Type Temporary

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

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Job City & State Raleigh, NC

Department Crop and Soil Sciences

Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title Temporary Research Specialist

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

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• 4 year degree; or an equivalent combination of training and/or related experience

• 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

• MS degree in weed science or related field

• 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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