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loacation Beaumont, TX, United States Of America
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Job Title Research Technician II Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Beaumont Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Beaumont, 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 We are seeking a Research  T echnician  II, under general supervision, will provide  technical support for  breeding and  research work  to the  professional staff . The technician will e valuate, select ,  and  apply   standard and advanced scientific techniques used in   the  field, greenhouse, and  laboratory functions .  Work performed  by the technician will be  evaluated based on the successful completion of tasks assigned. Responsibilities: Conducts seed  and land  preparation and planting of research  trials  and breeding nurseries in the field and greenhouse, manages th e  crop growth through out  the season  (e.g., irrigation, fertilization , and pesticide application) , and harvests for yield or  plant  samples. Collects samples and measure s  data from  research  trials  and breeding nurseries .  Collects and summariz es crop management information of research trials and breeding nurseries. Conducts   and records  yield and quality  (using grain analyzers)  measurements .  C ompiles  the  data  using Excel  and Word .  Assists in making crosses for the development of new breeding populations.  Operates   and maintains the functionality of   field  (e.g., tractors , planters,  combine harvester ,  threshers,  and backhoe) and  lab technical  equipment  (e.g., rice dehullers, mills, and whiteness and moisture meters) . Plant s,  harvest  and takes data  in  off station yield trials. Train s  and assign s  tasks as necessary to student workers and co-workers under his supervision Travel s  to Puerto Ric o  for  harvesting plant materials. Assists staff members in conducting major field experiments and consults in developing procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Three years of related experience. Knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform responsibilities listed above, such as   growing, managing, and harvesting rice  and samples  in  field   and greenhouse  nurser ies  or  experiment s ; data measurement and compilation; and operating  and maintaining  field and lab equipment. Ability to  multitask and work cooperatively with others. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent experience 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. 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.

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