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Part-time Undergraduate Student Support: Turfgrass Science

Part-time Undergraduate Student Support: Turfgrass Science

Penn State University

University Park, PA • On-site

$16/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

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
The College of Agriculture is seeking applicants for a part-time Undergraduate Research Support Assistant position in Turfgrass Science. This position supports ongoing field and applied research projects at the Valentine Turfgrass Research Center.
Job duties to include:
  • Assist in the implementation of turfgrass research experiments under the direction of faculty, graduate students, and research staff.
  • Collect, record, and organize data related to turfgrass growth, physiology, stress responses, and environmental conditions.
  • Assist graduate student in the construction and upkeep of research infrastructure (e.g., shade structures)
  • Collect weed samples, including seed collection.

Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:
  • Background in plant science, agronomy, horticulture, or a related field preferred.
  • Willingness and ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
  • Ability to work early morning hours or late evenings as required by research protocols.
  • Basic mechanical skills preferred (e.g., ability to use hand tools, perform minor repairs, assemble structures).
  • A valid US driver's license is required (but personal vehicle not required), as the job may involve operating a university vehicle.

Schedule: 20 plus hours a week
Compensation: $16.00/hour
Please submit your application through Workday. Candidates with questions can reach out to Dr. Manoj Chhetri at mchhetri@psu.edu.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
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Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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