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Rodale Institute's California Organic Center (COC) is seeking a Temporary Field Technician to support ongoing research trials and farm operations during the 2026 growing season. This position will ...

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Hiring a Field Research Associate for one of the top Agriculture company's in Woodland, CA M-F day ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical ...

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Hiring a Field Research Associate for one of the top Agriculture company's in Woodland, CA M-F day ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical ...

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Temporary Lab/Field Research Technician

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

Position Information Posting Number PG195264TM Position Number 11ASO3506 Position Type Temporary Essential Job Duties Lab and field support for research trials, prepare, assemble and design online ...

Field Research - Seasonal Role

Wyoming, IL · On-site

$16.39 - $17.50/hr

... field research. Adequate training will be provided on a task by-task basis ... This is a temporary, seasonal position. JOB FUNCTIONS * Safely perform specific duties associated ...

May coordinate research operations and the daily activities of IH temporary help or work study ... Collect laboratory or field data * Conduct research and analysis of scientific data * Participate ...

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What is the difference between Temporary Field Research vs Field Research Assistant?

AspectTemporary Field ResearchField Research Assistant
CredentialsTypically requires a relevant degree or experience in research methodsOften requires a related degree or coursework in research or social sciences
Work EnvironmentField sites, outdoor or remote locations, short-term projectsField sites, labs, or office settings, supporting ongoing projects
Employer & IndustryResearch firms, NGOs, government agencies, environmental organizationsUniversities, research institutions, NGOs, government agencies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding short-term research roles, project-based workSupporting research projects, entry-level research roles

Temporary Field Research involves short-term, project-based work often in outdoor or remote locations, requiring relevant research experience or credentials. Field Research Assistants typically support ongoing research projects in various settings, often as entry-level roles. Both roles are common in research-focused industries but differ mainly in duration, scope, and level of responsibility.

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Temporary Field Technician

Temporary Field Technician

Rodale Institute

Camarillo, CA • On-site

$20/hr

Temporary

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Rodale Institute's California Organic Center (COC) is seeking a Temporary Field Technician to support ongoing research trials and farm operations during the 2026 growing season. This position will play a critical role in maintaining field activities, supporting data collection, and ensuring the site is well-managed for research and outreach events.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Operate tractors and farm equipment for field preparation, cultivation, and cover crop management
  • Assist with irrigation setup, maintenance, and monitoring
  • Support planting, transplanting, and general crop management activities
  • Assist with implementation of research trials, including plot maintenance and treatment applications
  • Collect field data (e.g., plant growth, weed pressure, soil measurements)
  • Maintain clean, organized, and presentable research fields
  • Support preparation for field days and other on-site events
  • Perform general farm tasks as needed

Required Qualifications & Experience:
  • Experience operating tractors and basic farm equipment
  • Familiarity with vegetable crop production systems
  • Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work (lifting, bending, long hours in field conditions)
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow research protocols
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to work in various weather conditions
  • Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
  • Experience in organic or regenerative agriculture systems
  • Experience with irrigation systems (drip irrigation preferred)
  • Previous experience supporting agricultural research trials or data collection
  • Basic mechanical skills

Work Environment:
  • Outdoor, field-based work in varying weather conditions
  • Physically active role requiring standing, lifting, and repetitive tasks

Schedule, Compensation & Benefits:
  • This is an hourly position, $20.00 per hour
  • 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day
  • This is a temporary position with an anticipated timeframe of August - December 2026
  • Temporary employees are eligible for statutory benefits such as social security, worker's compensation, and unemployment compensation but are not eligible for Rodale Institute benefit programs including severance benefits

Other Expectations:
  • To be trustful and respectful to all staff and visitors

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity or handicap.