Crops Testing Research Intern - Fort Collins, Colorado
Fort Collins, Colorado Ag Jobs
| Job Ref: | 1452424329 |
| Employer: | Ag Jobs |
| Company Name: | Colorado State University |
| Category: |
Food Processing - Production
Grain Human Resources Information Technology – IT Legal Maintenance – Repair Production Seed Training – Education Trucking – Logistics – Transportation |
| Job Type: | Temporary - Seasonal |
| Specific Salary and/or Range: | $17.00-$18.00 per hour. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. |
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| Country: | United States |
| State: | Colorado |
| City: | Fort Collins |
| Zip Code: | 80523 |
| Map: | United States, Colorado, Fort Collins, 80523 (Show on map) |
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Posting Details Position Information Classification Title Temporary Hourly Employment Category Temporary Is this an Hourly position? Yes Work Hours/Week 10-40 Overtime Eligible? Yes Position Location Fort Collins, CO 80523 Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work? No Description of Work Unit The Department of Soil and Crop Sciences is focused on education, research, and outreach to solve the world's most pressing food production issues and crucial matters about Earth, its ecosystems, and their services. Our faculty and staff apply research-based solutions to benefit Colorado and the world. We offer academic programs to prepare students to address national and global crop production, sustainability, and environmental quality challenges such as waste management, water quality, and reclamation of drastically disturbed lands. There are numerous opportunities for individuals to be involved in cutting edge research related to global food production and ecosystem function and protection. Search Contact Email jason.webb@colostate.edu Position Summary The person filling this position would assist personnel in the Crops Testing Program with field trail work based out of Akron, CO. Responsibilities may include: taking trial field-notes with a team member throughout the growing season (such as plant counts, plant height measurements, and other field notes), assist with plot maintenance (putting out stakes, hoeing weeds, etc), data entry, assist with oilseed crop harvest (camelina), and help with post-harvest grain sample analyses such as protein and seed size counts. The person would have an opportunity to assist with extension/outreach events such as wheat field days. Position Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications n/a Posting Details Working Title Crops Testing Research Intern Posting Number 202400272T Department Soil and Crop Sciences Salary Range $17.00-$18.00 per hour. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Employee Benefits Visit CSU's Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit area: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ Close Date 05/15/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, please email your statement of interest and a resume to Jason.webb@colostate.edu. Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu. The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu. The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu. Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education. Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Essential Job Duties Job Duty Category Research Technician Duty/Responsibility Responsibilities may include: taking trial field-notes with a team member throughout the growing season (such as plant counts, plant height measurements, and other field notes), assist with plot maintenance (putting out stakes, hoeing weeds, etc), data entry, assist with oilseed crop harvest (camelina), and help with post-harvest grain sample analyses such as protein and seed size counts. The person would have an opportunity to assist with extension/outreach events such as wheat field days. Percentage Of Time 100 References Minimum References Required 2 Maximum References Required 2 | |
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