Ag Research Technician

Description & Details:

North Central Research Extension Center is seeking an Agricultural Research Technician to assist in all aspects of the production and conditioning of foundation seed. Tasks include (but not limited to) seed and field preparation, planting and maintenance of fields, provide assistance at field days and tours, and provide assistance in upkeep of building, grounds, and property. The candidate is expected to interact and work as part of a team.

Hiring Range: $45,000 - 50,000/year depending on experience and qualifications.

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two-year Associates Degree in agriculture or equivalent to a two-year associates degree in a directly related experience.
• Good experience with - and knowledge of - farming equipment (how to operate it safely, how to do routine maintenance and minor repairs)
• Computer literacy and desire to learn and operate seed conditioning equipment
• Ability to work under adverse environmental conditions during the field growing season (spring, summer, fall)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Excellent work ethic and desire to keep learning/improving
• CDL or ability to obtain
• Most be comfortable with the handling of some hazardous chemicals

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in agronomy or closely related discipline or equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a directly related experience.
• Technical skills including electrical, mechanical operation, trouble shooting of equipment
• Seed conditioning experience
• Knowledge of foundation, registered and certified seed production
• ND Commercial Pesticide Applicator license or ability to obtain

Physical Demands:

Operate and transport small to large-sized tractors, combines, harvesters, and implements, trucks, trailers, and plot sprayers. Physically able to perform field research, kneeling, lifting up to 50-pound bags.

Applicant Materials Required:

Applicants must submit: 1) a cover letter discussing how the stated qualifications are met; 2) a detailed resume; 3) contact information (i.e., names, phone numbers, institutional addresses, and email addresses) of three current references from the most recent positions held.

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
  • Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
  • Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
  • Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
• Superb Retirement Plan
  • Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
• Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
• Paid Leave – including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans
• More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, ND.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

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Diversity Statement:

NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.

Veteran’s Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.