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NCSU

Research Assistant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences houses 12 Academic departments with 294 faculty, 2,891 ... Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status.

The Pennsylvania State University

AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS A short-term, part-time researcher in the Groh Laboratory at Penn State ... This position provides hands-on experience in environmental and agricultural research while ...

NCSU

Research Technician - Journey

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $21.50/hr

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status ... Candidates with backgrounds in soil science, agriculture, agronomy, or field crops are strongly ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$19 - $26/hr

AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Department of Agricultural Economics, Sociology, and Education in the College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking to hire a part time research assistant to conduct a ...

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What is the difference between Part Time Agriculture Research vs Part Time Agricultural Technician?

AspectPart Time Agriculture ResearchPart Time Agricultural Technician
Required CredentialsDegree in Agriculture, Biology, or related fieldHigh school diploma or associate degree, technical training
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research farms, field studiesFarms, testing sites, fieldwork
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, universities, government agenciesFarming operations, agricultural companies, testing labs
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding research roles in agricultureHands-on technical work in agriculture

Part Time Agriculture Research involves conducting experiments and analyzing data in labs or research farms, often requiring a degree in agriculture or related fields. In contrast, Part Time Agricultural Technicians perform hands-on technical tasks such as testing soil or crops, typically with a high school diploma or technical training. Both roles support the agriculture industry but differ in work environment and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Agriculture Research job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution.

Part-Time Research- Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology

Penn State University

University Park, PA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support laboratory and field research activities by preparing media, culturing bacteria, and assisting with laboratory assays and experiments.

  • Assist with greenhouse and field trials related to bacterial disease resistance in plants.

  • Perform data entry and support sample preservation, DNA analysis, and bacterial enumeration tasks.

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Part-time (spring and fall semesters and potential for summer employment) research assistant positions are available in the Bull Lab (https://plantpath.psu.edu/research/labs/bull) in the Department of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology. These positions provide laboratory and field support for research conducted in the Bull Lab. We are a diverse lab team dynamic using a wide variety of microbiology, molecular biology, and plant pathology techniques for authentic research on bacterial diseases of plants funded by federal grants. Students learn a wide variety of skills that allow them to complement their curriculum with hands on learning. Our program conducts research using facilities located in Buckhout Laboratory on the University Park campus. We also have field trials at the Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center at Rock Springs. Opportunities also exist for conducting independent research!
Typical duties in this position may include, but are not limited to:
  • Bacteria culture media preparation
  • Microbiological culturing
  • Laboratory resource preparation
  • Enumeration of bacterial cultures
  • Selection of pure cultures of isolates for long-term preservation
  • Assist with laboratory assays, including pathogenicity tests
  • Assisting with greenhouse and field trials for cultivar resistance to bacterial diseases
  • Assist with DNA extraction and analysis
  • Data entry of field and laboratory experiments
  • Driving to and from local research field

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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