Research Technician I

Job Title
Research Technician I

Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department
Horticultural Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
College Station, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

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 nation's 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, under general supervision performs entry level, semi-skilled, technical support research work involving performance of routine tasks. This position supervises and participates in farm work and greenhouse maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• 20% - Assist with maintaining the grounds and property, including mowing, cleaning, and general maintenance of greenhouses.
  
• 40% - Assist with data collection for the Ball trial, including potting, planting, and other trial-related activities.
  
• 20% - Perform routine watering and ensure plants receive appropriate care.
  
• 10% - Assist with other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  

Required Qualfications:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
• Two years of related experience.
  
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
  

What You Need to Know

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


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
  

Applicant Instructions

Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

Required Documents

CV/ Resume

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

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.