Hourly Pooled - Plant Sciences Research Technician

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JOB TITLE:  

Research Technician

JOB PURPOSE:   

The seasonal Research Technician will assist the Principal Investigator in conducting a field research project evaluating tomato and tomatillo varieties at the Laramie Research & Extension Center for Wyoming’s environmental conditions.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Responsibilities include greenhouse production of seedlings, field plot layout and preparation, fencing installation around plots, transplanting, trellising, pruning, and plant training according to research protocols. The technician will provide day-to-day supervision of research plots, conduct pest and disease scouting, collect and accurately record research data, assist with data organization and preliminary analysis, and contribute to drafting preliminary reports. The position requires outdoor fieldwork, attention to detail, and the ability to follow established experimental procedures.

Work will be conducted outdoors at research plots at the Laramie Research & Extension Center. The position requires bending, lifting, walking in uneven terrain, and working in variable weather conditions typical of Wyoming’s growing season.  

COMPETENCIES: 

Basic knowledge of data recording and spreadsheet use

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow research protocols  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Undergraduate student with experience in horticulture, agriculture, plant sciences, or related fields.

Ability to perform physical outdoor work in varying weather conditions

Ability to lift 40–50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

Experience working in field research and greenhouse environments

Familiarity with vegetable crop production

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter 
2. Resume or C.V. 

WORK LOCATION: 

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level. 

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.  

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