Research Technician
Company: Kansas State University
Location: Manhattan
Posted on: March 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Research Technician
Department: 3670010110 Plant Pathology
Job no: 513862
Employment type: Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Categories: Agriculture, Research / Scientific / Grants, Crop
Production, Plant Sciences
Pay Grade: 04B
About This Role:
The Kansas State University Department of Plant Pathology is
seeking a motivated, independent, and organized Research Technician
to support the Applied Row Crop Pathology Research and Extension
Program of Dr. Rodrigo B. Onofre.
This individual will be critical for the implementation,
coordination, and data collection of small plot research trials
across Kansas, and laboratory and greenhouse studies that directly
support Dr. Onofre's program. The successful candidate will have
experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global
Positioning System (GPS), diesel field equipment operation and
maintenance, agronomic crops and plant and soil sample collection.
They will need to have the ability to travel to field-based
experiment locations in Kansas as needed to survey for plant
pathogens and collect research observations and will be supervising
and assisting undergraduate and graduate students with their
research projects.
Projects will often require independent travel to remote field
sites. This candidate will show commitment to work under safe
conditions and will be expected to obtain a Kansas pesticide
license and a commercial driver's license within the first 6 months
of employment.
Why Join Us:
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package
that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans,
paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits
are available, please visit:
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The
university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial
environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students,
and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the
What You'll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Other Requirements:
How to Apply:
Please submit the following documents:
1. Cover letter
2. CV
3. Contact information for 3 professional references
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best
consideration, apply by 09/23/2022.
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:
$18.27-$21.63 per hour
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender
identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected
veteran.
Background Screening Statement:
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State
University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the
process of considering your candidacy as an employee.
Advertised: Sep 21, 2022 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled
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