Position Information
Position Title
Research Farm Assistant I, II, III – Field Crops
Job Summary
Assist researchers and scientists with field crops research (i.e., field preparation, planting, cultivating, application of pesticides and fertilizer, harvesting, grading, weighing, and recording data)
Essential Job Duties
Assist in the general care and maintenance of the research farm
Assist researchers with greenhouse experiments, plant care, and general management of the greenhouse and head house
Provide on-farm and field assistance to limited farmers in the counties
Participate in CAENS and other Departmental activities
Perform minor repairs of farm equipment and implements
Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)
No experience or education is necessary
Physical Demands
Skills and Attributes
Work experience as related to plants and the care of plants
Ability to work effectively as a team member with peers, researchers, scientists, and students
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
Will this position required travel?
N/A
Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?
N/A
Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?
N/A
Number of Vacancies
10
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
07/20/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:
Tuskegee University employment application
Cover Letter
Resume/CV
Recommendation letters
Copies of unofficial transcripts.
Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire
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https://tuskegee.peopleadmin.com/postings/899