Position Information
| Posting Number |
PG196258TM |
| Position Number |
11ASO3766 |
| Position Type |
Temporary |
| Essential Job Duties |
The primary purpose of this position is to support research involving tomato (
Solanum lycopersicum) cultivation, breeding, and plant transformation.
Responsibilities include:
- Growing, maintaining, and propagating tomato plants under greenhouse and controlled environmental conditions
- Assisting with breeding crosses and plant transformation experiments
- Collecting and documenting plant growth, development, and experimental results.
- Developing and maintaining research databases to track plant lines, genetic backgrounds, breeding pedigrees, transformation events, and experimental data
Additional responsibilities may include laboratory research, data analysis, and scientific documentation. |
| Is Time Limited |
Yes |
| If Yes, Appointment Length |
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| Wolfpack Perks and Benefits |
As a Pack member,
you belong here, and can enjoy
exclusive perks
designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our
Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
- Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
- Enhance your career with LEAD courses
Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
Attain Work-life balance with our
Childcare discounts,
Wellness & Recreation Membership, and
Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
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Department Information
| Job City & State |
Raleigh, NC |
| Department |
Biochemistry |
System Information
| Classification Title |
Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional |
| Working Title |
Temporary Research Specialist |
Requirements and Preferences
| Work Schedule |
4-6/hrs per week |
| Other Work/Responsibilities |
|
| Minimum Experience/Education |
- 4 year degree; or an equivalent combination of training and/or related experience
|
| Department Required Skills |
Experience with:
- Laboratory techniques, including chemical solution preparation, serial dilutions, sample processing, or related experimental procedures
- Documenting experimental procedures, organizing research data, and interpreting scientific literature
- Programming, including proficiency in one or more of the following: R, Python, Java, or JavaScript
- Conducting scientific literature reviews and preparing scientific posters, reports, or manuscripts
Familiarity with:
- Laboratory safety procedures, including chemical hygiene and the safe handling of potentially hazardous materials
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively |
| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
Experience with:
- Plant cultivation, propagation, or greenhouse research, particularly with tomato plants
- Plant tissue culture, regeneration, or molecular characterization of transformed plants
- Developing web-based database interfaces using HTML, CSS, or JavaScript
- Phytochemical extraction, natural products isolation, or metabolite separation and precipitation
Familiarity with:
- Plant breeding, controlled pollination, seed collection, or plant transformation techniques
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| Required License or Certification |
|
| Valid NC Driver's License required? |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License Required? |
No |
Recruitment Details
| Anticipated Hiring Range |
$21.85-$22/hr |
Applicant Information
| Quick Link |
https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/236127 |
| EEO |
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or
workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |
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North Carolina State University
$21.85-$22/hr
Oct 14, 2026