OPS lab and field technician (Full time 40 hours per week)
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Job no: 536439
Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Alachua
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration, Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture Operations
Department:60230000 - AG-HORTICULTURAL SCIENCES
Classification Title: |
OPS-Spons Prjs Non-Clerical
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Classification Minimum Requirements: |
- Available to work full time, 40 hours a week, usually 8:00 am – 5:00pm, with the occasional earlier start (5:00-6:00 am).
- Physical ability to work in various weather conditions and perform manual labor as needed.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds regularly.
- Physical movement to include kneeling, squatting, bending, lifting and standing.
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Job Description: |
The Horticultural Science Department, UF/IFAS Horticultural Science Research Grove is looking for someone to join our team as a full-time field and lab technician.
The following list is not all-inclusive, nor does it cover the full extent of duties to be performed:
- Fieldwork involves propagation, planting and cultivation of citrus trees.
- Lab work involves plant tissue culture and DNA extractions.
- Data collection at experimental trials and analyses in the greenhouse and laboratory.
- Monitor the trees’ requirements and control measurements on microbial or insect infestations.
- Maintain maps and records of materials and activities for trial.
- Assists researchers and personnel for planting, fertilizing, and pruning trees.
- Collect and prepare samples from trials (fruit, leaf).
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Expected Salary: |
$15-20/hour commensurate with experience
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Required Qualifications: |
- Available to work full time, 40 hours a week, usually 8:00 am – 5:00pm, with the occasional earlier start (5:00-6:00 am).
- Physical ability to work in various weather conditions and perform manual labor as needed.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds regularly.
- Physical movement to include kneeling, squatting, bending, lifting and standing.
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Preferred: |
- Bachelor´s degree in Agriculture or related field preferred but not required.
- Familiarity with data collection tools and software (Excel, etc.).
- Lab experience working in aseptic conditions (plant tissue culture, in vitro propagation).
- Previous experience in field research or agricultural practices is preferred.
- Effective communication skills for interacting with the research team and local growers.
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Special Instructions to Applicants: |
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This is a time-limited position.
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Health Assessment Required: |
Yes |
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