Temporary Research Technician - Cotton Breeding

Position Temporary Research Technician – Cotton Breeding, Crop and Soil Sciences Department, Raleigh, NC. Temporary position, Monday‑Friday, 8am‑5pm. Responsibilities Making crosses in the field Selfing cotton flowers in the field Harvesting, ginning and acid delinting cotton samples Seed preparation for storage Planting and helping to grow plants in the greenhouse and fields Perform day‑to‑day activities of greenhouse care and maintenance Assist postdocs, grad students and research specialists while collecting phenotypic data and tissue samples from the greenhouses and cotton fields Perform lab‑based analyses including DNA isolation Qualifications Minimum experience/education: combination of training and experience required to perform the duties. Department required skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative research environment Must be computer literate with experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic data entry tools Preferred qualifications: BS in Plant Sciences, Agriculture, Biology or related field Background in plant care, with experience in general biology and/or agriculture Required license or certification: valid driver’s license; valid NC driver’s license required. Benefits and Perks Temporary employees are eligible for Health Insurance, LEAD courses, access to sporting events, childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs. Disclaimer: perk 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. EEO Statement NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or View email address on click.appcast.io. 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. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr