Job Title Research Technician I Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Soil & Crop Sciences Proposed Minimum Salary $15.85 hourly Job Location Weslaco, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Research Technician I, under general supervision performs entry level, semi-skilled, technical support research work involving performance of routine tasks. Responsibilities: Field work: -Mark and establish demonstration/experimental plots . -Collect pre- and post-plant soil samples . -Collect and process crop samples (biomass and yield). -Apply chemicals including fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, etc. -Collect crop canopy data using crop sensors . Data entry and data management: -Perform basic statistical analysis using any software. -Maintain database of weather, soil, and crop data. -Shipping and handling of samples . -Maintain inventory of research equipment and supplies. Lab Work: -Process soil samples; sort, dry, grind, etc . -Process crop samples; dry grain or biomass samples, grind samples for lab analysis -Perform simple lab tests on soil samples including pH, electrical conductivity, bulk density, water content, etc .-Collect samples and measurement data from experiments. - Implements and maintains data collection and summarization of field trials.-Collect and compiles data. Computes quantitates and extends projections.-Assembles and operates technical equipment.-Performs other duties as assigned.-Assists senior staff members in conducting major field experiments and consults in developing procedures. -Other duties as required. Required Education and Experience:-High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.-Two years of related experience. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. -Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel. -Good communication skills. -Ability to lift moderately heavy objects. -Ability to exert heavy force. -Ability to work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends. - Ability and permitted to drive medium size truck. -Ability to work in the field in moderate to extreme conditions. Please attach to your completed application: - Resume -List of references with email and daytime phone number All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.