Research Technician I

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About Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service • Texas A&M AgriLife Research • College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University • Texas A&M Forest Service • Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nations largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!

Position Information

The Research Technician I position will be responsible for conducting research in Entomology, Horticulture, or Plant Virology under the supervision of Dr. Kiran Gadhave (The Gadhave Lab: https://tx.ag/gadhavelab).

Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, and techniques in agriculture, and greenhouse operations. • Collects samples and measurement data from experiments. Implements and maintains data collection and summarization of greenhouse and field trials. • Collects and compiles data. Computes quantitates and extends projections. • Assembles and operates technical equipment. • Assists senior staff members in conducting major field experiments and consults in developing procedures. • Conduct insect transmission/biological assays and high tunnel/field experiments under hot conditions, insect colony maintenance, plant, or insect tissue preparation, nucleic acid extraction. • Independently pursues an assigned series of processes, procedures, or area of research in accordance with general approved plans and procedures. • Plans and executes procedures and work details. • Constructs, modifies, adapts, assembles, and operates scientific and laboratory apparatus and equipment. • Uses computer equipment for controlling equipment and compiling data. • Research and catalogs reference materials. • Plans and supervises technical operations. • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Two years of related experience. • Knowledge of high tunnel/field equipment, greenhouse and farm operations. • Ensure attention to detail. • Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience and expertise working in greenhouses, high tunnels or field cultivation of vegetable crops, horticultural farm operations. Experience working with insect pests or plant diseases.

Other Requirements or Other Factors:

• Ability to lift moderately heavy objects. Ability to exert heavy force. Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends.

What You Need to Know

Salary: This is an hourly paid position. Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidates qualifications.

Applicant Instructions: The successful candidate must answer all questions and attach a resume.

Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays • Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month • Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas • Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.