Temporary Field Technician

The purpose of this position is to conduct outdoor field trial activities in accordance with
protocols developed by the PI, Daisy Ahumada. Duties include driving a work pickup truck,
working outdoors for extended periods, walking through field crop plots, collecting
weather and soil measurements, carrying equipment weighing up to 20 pounds, cleaning and maintaining equipment, taking photographs of plants, assessing plant diseases, collecting
plant and soil samples, recording field observations, assisting with treatment applications,
setting up and maintaining trial plots, entering and organizing data, and supporting other
routine field research activities as needed.
Work Schedule:
The position requires one half day and one full day per week,scheduled sometime between Monday and Friday. The half day will typically be from8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, and the full day will be from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Noweekend work is required.

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:

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

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If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected].
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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