Assistant Scientist

This person will support the wheat breeder in developing new varieties and conducting research to enhance yields, quality, drought tolerance, and disease resistance. This role involves field work, laboratory experiments, data analysis, and collabo...

  • 518198
  • Hays, Kansas
  • Agricultural Research Ctr Hays
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
  • Opening on: Sep 16 2024
  • On-site

 

About This Role:

This person will support the wheat breeder in developing new varieties and conducting research to enhance yields, quality, drought tolerance, and disease resistance. This role involves field work, laboratory experiments, data analysis, and collaboration with other team members to achieve breeding objectives.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Working experience in research programs.
  • Five years of farming experience.

Other Requirements:

  • Ability to acquire of a Pesticide Applicator license within one year of hire.
  • Ability to acquire of a Drone Pilot license within one year of hire.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Resume
  2. Three professional references

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$24.01-$31.25 per hour. 

 

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Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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