Technician I

Job TitleTechnician I Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Soil & Crop Sciences Proposed Minimum Salary$18.39 hourly Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Responsibilities: -Conducts experiments and technical procedures. Carries out research problems -Researches literature relating to possible procedures and experiments. Modifies procedures to suit the particular research need -Assists with planning and supervising technical operations -Assists personnel involved in a series of controlled environment or analysis experiments -Makes complex chemical and physical analyses which, although they follow standard procedures and tests, may require the exercise of some ingenuity and improvisation -Uses computer equipment for controlling equipment and compiling data. -Makes and records observations and measurements -Writes and/or edits for publication scientific materials requiring academic knowledge -Researches and catalogs reference materials requiring understanding of subject matter theory -Orders scientific supplies and equipment Required Education and Experience: - High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience -Two years of related experience Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in agronomy, plant & soil, or related agricultural field. 1 year or more experience with agricultural field work including small-plot trials. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: -Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment. -Ensure attention to detail. Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Licenses: Driver's License Please attach to your completed application: Resume List of References with email and daytime phone numbers. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service. If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you. Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Texas A&M AgriLife collaborates with Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Kingsville and West Texas A&M University as well as with other public and private partners. Prospective employee benefits Retirement programs Commitment to inclusive excellence Strategic plan