Description

Monday-Friday ~8:00am-4:30pm

Would be good to have research background

Primary responsibility

• The Greenhouse Associate is to perform hands-on tasks and duties related to greenhouse work and plant experiments and facility cleaning, while ensuring compliance with all existing safety and stewardship standards in the area of greenhouse plant research.
• Tasks and Responsibilities Perform general greenhouse work independently, such as making pots and flats, planting, watering, fertilizing, tying/trimming plants for upkeep, seed harvesting, seed threshing, seed counting and maintaining various crop plants according to specific protocols as directed by Greenhouse Specialist and Program Specialist.
• Maintain and clean greenhouses and work areas.
• Assist with collection of plant tissue samples under supervision, according to specific protocols.
• Utilize data management applications to collect and record data, under supervision.
• Use electronic equipment (barcode scanners, cameras, seed threshers and seed counters)Perform pest control including insect scouting, pesticide/herbicide application, beneficial release, and integrated pest management techniques.
• Comply with Stewardship and Biosafety requirements and QMS directives and protocols Follow SOPs/Work Instructions Operate equipment and maintain appropriate documentation
• Minimum Qualifications Bachelors in a Life Science field with minimum experience, AA with minimum 4 years’ experience, or Non-degreed with minimum of 9 years’ experience in plant biology or equivalent
• Experience working in a greenhouse environment and/or solid understanding of plant growth and development.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify and communicate problems and/or deviations.
• Demonstrated ability to follow defined procedures and work in a team environment.
• Organized and self-driven.
• Can work with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• Microsoft Office and databases.
• Able to work 40 hours per week in fluctuating climates and lift 50 pounds.