Student Assistant- Monfort 7

Position Summary

Assist lead scientist and technician in the planting, data collection, and harvesting of peanut agronomy research plots. Specific duties include but are not limited to the following: data collection, data entry, plot stake labeling, cleaning and filling sprayers, plot maintenance and plot photography. Many duties will be conducted in the early morning (6 am) so punctuality is needed.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Data collection Percentage of time: 20
• Assistance with field work Percentage of time: 20
• Plant Sampling Percentage of time: 20
• Plot Maintenance Percentage of time: 20
• Plant analysis Percentage of time: 20

Classification Title

Student Assistant

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

.50

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

High school diploma preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Skills needed: Ability to collect data in field. Good communication skills. Ability to take direction. Ability to work with others as well as individually. On the job training will be provided.

Physical Demands

Work outside in inclement weather when needed, lift up to 50 lbs, work with and around equipment and be pesticide friendly. Driving.