Temporary Research Specialist

North Carolina State University

$15/hr

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

May 07, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	PG195131TM
Position Number	11ASO3464
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	The successful candidate should be willing to work in the Greenhouse, Laboratory, and the Farm (sometimes under high summer temperatures). In addition to greenhouse work, we need help in the laboratory to help graduate students with blueberry fruit quality analysis. Help clean up the laboratory and analyze data via bioinformatics pipelines. Being a biology or horticulture major and having previous experience is a plus.
Is Time Limited	No
If Yes, Appointment Length

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC
Department	Horticultural Science

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title	Temporary Research Specialist

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	20-30/hrs per week
Other Work/Responsibilities	n/a
Minimum Experience/Education	Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties
Department Required Skills	One year of fruit quality analysis lab and greenhouse management experience Familiarity with molecular biology and pipetting skills Ability to lift up to 20 pounds on a routine basis Experience with Microsoft Office Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Bachelor's in Horticultural Science and one year of experience in blueberry and other small fruits laboratory experience
Required License or Certification	Valid driver's license
Valid NC Driver's License required?	Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$15/hr

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	05/07/2025

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/217981

EEO

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