Duration : 12 Months Contract
Location: 6693 90th Street South, Sabin, MN 56580
Pay: $26 an hour
Shift: 1st Shift M-F 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Job Details:
The Research Technician supports operations in the Soybean Breeding program in collaboration with local breeding and agronomy teams. The position is based in Sabin, MN.
- Performs activities in the greenhouse and field environments including crossing blocks, planting, harvesting, seed processing, and maintenance of seed inventories.
- Collects data at nurseries and field trials.
- Performs activities in the laboratory including collecting leaf samples, manipulation of plant tissues, and setting up experiments according to established protocols.
- Maintains the work environment organized and cleaned.
- Comply with Safety, QMS and Stewardship directives, and quality standards.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma. Preferred Associate's/Technical degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Sciences, or related fields.
- Experience working in the field and greenhouse is desired.
- Self-sufficient in conducting assigned activities.
- Skilled on Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
- Ability to travel domestically.
Supporting Qualifications:
- Time management and organizational skills.
- Willingness to learn technical skills
- Ability to work in a team and independently
- Detail-oriented
- Good communication skills
- Self-motivated with problem-solving skills
- Knowledge in agriculture and crop management is highly desired.
Physical requirements:
- Ability to work standing up or sitting for several hours during the day.
- Ability to work under different environmental conditions.