Temporary Research Specialist

Essential Job Duties

1. Oversee trial evaluation for disease in carrot. This task will require some travel to the research station in Clinton on a weekly base.
2. Manage in vitro culture material
3. Perform routine laboratory duties including molecular biology assays (DNA extraction, PCR, real time)

Is Time Limited: No

Job City & State: Kannapolis, NC

Department: Kannapolis Research

Classification Title: Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title: Temporary Research Specialist - Kannapolis, NC

Work Schedule: 20-25/hrs per week

Other Work/Responsibilities: n/a

Minimum Experience/Education

• B.S. degree

Department Required Skills

• Experience in managing plat material in field and in vitro condition
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility with work schedule
• Ability to work as part of a highly collaborative team

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• M.S. degree in related field

Required License or Certification

• Valid driver’s license

Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes

Anticipated Hiring Range: $23-$25/hr

Job Open Date: 05/12/2026