"Research Technician I (Horticulture)"

Job Details

Job Title
Research Technician I (Horticulture)

Agency
Prairie View A&M University

Department
Adloc Cooperative Agriculture And Research Center

Proposed Minimum Salary
$13.66 hourly

Job Location
Prairie View, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description
Under the general supervision of Research Scientists, the Research Technician I provides technical support for research activities in horticulture. This position involves performing routine tasks related to plant propagation, nursery management, experimental setup, data collection, germplasm collection data management, and maintenance of horticultural research environments. The role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to assist with ongoing scientific studies.

This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.

This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitates plant propagation, nursery stock, and horticultural research trials.
• Collects samples and measurement data from experiments. Implements and maintains data collection and summarization for field and greenhouse trials.
• Monitors plant growth, soil conditions, irrigation schedules, and pest management strategies.
• Collects and compiles data, computes quantities, and extends projections.
• Assembles and operates horticultural research equipment.
• Assists senior staff members in conducting major field and greenhouse experiments and consults in developing horticultural research protocols.
• Assists student workers and supports undergraduate and graduate research students in their assigned projects.
• Participates in college wide events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Other Requirements:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS in Horticulture, Agriculture, Biology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience in horticulture, plant science, or greenhouse/nursery operations.
• Strong knowledge of plant taxonomy, nomenclature, plant care, propagation techniques, and horticultural research methods.
• Ability to operate and maintain horticultural equipment.
• Readiness to obtain a Texas pesticide applicator license if required.

Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:
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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.