Research Technician II or III

　　Requisition ID: 2023-7053

　　of Openings: 1Location: US-UT-LoganCategory: Research (non-Faculty)Position Type: Benefited Full-TimeJob Classification: Non-ExemptCollege: College of Agriculture and Applied ScDepartment: Plants Soils and ClimateAdvertised Salary: $28,080-$37,440; Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

　　OverviewUtah Crop Improvement Association and Utah State University seek an individual to represent Utah Crop Improvement Association in Northern Utah and surrounding areas by assisting in and promoting the seed certification program and assisting seed farmers and conditioners in production of high-quality certified seed.

　　Vehicle will be provided by employer but occasional use of personal vehicle may be needed (mileage reimbursed).A Flexible work schedule is needed with concentration of workload during planting, seed harvest, and seed processing seasons. Workload will average out to about 30 hours/ week annually (75% time).Major workload will be during the months of June, July, and August.Work hours and responsibilities can be highly variable to match the applicant's schedule as a student or other employment or interests.Location - Northern UT, Box Elder and Cache Counties and surrounding area.ResponsibilitiesAssist with work in Certified Seed Program for Utah.

　　Seed Certification - 75% of time

　　Seed field and farm equipment inspectionInspect and accurately determine plant variety characteristics for genetic purity, and crop quality factors in certified seed production fields to meet certification standards.Applicant will need to identify each of the major crop kinds, rangeland plants, and weedsInspect wildland seed collection sites and identify rangeland plants and yield potential.Assist seed producers and seed conditioners in producing certified seed lots to meet certification standards.Some travel throughout the Western United States will be needed.Maintain  websiteSome general office work related to seed certification and production reporting will be required.Foundation Seed - 25 % of time

　　Assist in foundation seed production, allocation and distribution

　　Maintain, manage, and produce foundation seed from multiple sources including production on UAES farmsTrack, monitor, ship and invoice foundation seed distributions and inventory.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

　　This position will be hired at either the Research Technician II or III level based on qualifications and duties assigned.

　　Research Technician IITwo years of experience or an associate degree/vocational training.Research Technician IIIFour years of experience; or an associate degree plus two years of experience; or a bachelors degree; or an equivalent combination of education plus experience.

　　For all levels:

　　Experience in production agriculture, preferably small grains, alfalfa seed, grass seed, and other forb and shrub seed production.Experience in farm machinery operation and repair, weed control, fertility, and crop irrigation for seed production.Applicant will need to learn to identify and recognize differences in crop... For full info follow application link.USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).