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Temporary Potato Breeding Research Technician

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number PG194093TM
Position Number 11ASO3192
Position Type Temporary
Essential Job Duties
Weeding plots, harvesting potato field plots, harvesting seed from greenhouse generated fruit, frying potato chips, assisting in grading process, cleaning and preparing harvesting equipment, cleaning equipment post-harvest, other tasks as the need arises.

Work Schedule:
We will work approximately 40 hrs./week some weeks will be less and the time of day the project will start in the mornings will fluctuate depending on the tasks the project is required to complete.
Is Time Limited No
If Yes, Appointment Length
Department Information

Job City & State Plymouth, NC
Department Horticultural Science
System Information

Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title Temporary Potato Breeding Research Technician

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule 40/hrs per week
Other Work/Responsibilities
  • n/a
Minimum Experience/Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent 
Department Required Skills
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors
  • Must be comfortable working around farm machinery
  • Must be able to tolerate heat and dusty conditions of summer field work
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
  • Able to use MS Word and Excel 
  • Familiar with Google Sheets 
Required License or Certification
  • Valid driver’s license 
Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range $15-$16/hr
Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date 01/24/2024
Applicant Information

Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/196192
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

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.

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. How did you learn of this opportunity?
    • NCSU Website
    • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
    • NCSU Executive Search Services
    • Monster.com
    • CareerBuilder.com
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Other Online Job Board
    • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
    • Job / Career Fair
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Professional Journal
    • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
    • Radio / Television Advertisement
    • Professional Organization
    • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
    • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
    • NCSU Employee Referral
    • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
    • Other
  2. If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Do you have a High School Diploma or Equivalent?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Are you able to lift 50 pounds on a routine basis as required for this job?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Are you able to communicate effectively with supervisors?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * Are you comfortable working around farm machinery?
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * Are you able to tolerate heat and dusty conditions of summer field work?
    • Yes
    • No
  8. Do you have experience using MS Word and Excel?
    • Yes
    • No
  9. Do you have experience using Google Sheets or Docs?
    • Yes
    • No
  10. * Do you have a valid driver’s license?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
Optional Documents