Agricultural Tech II Research

Kansas State University

About This
Role

This position, which is under the supervision of the Cropping Systems Agronomist, provides assistance to the
research crop scientists and crop research team. The worker assists the supervisor in establishing, maintaining, and collecting research
data and harvesting field and greenhouse research plots. Following established procedures, the worker provides assistance in data entry and
analysis. Provides assistance maintaining lab, greenhouse, and field equipment.

About
Us

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees
must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work
opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Minimum
Qualifications:

• Requires at least 1-year of relevant experience in agricultural sciences.
• Must be 18 years old in
  order to operate a soil water instrument which contains radioactive material as required by the KSU Radiation Safety Office.
• Valid
  driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education in the biological sciences, agricultural sciences,
  agricultural systems, or agriculture mechanics.
• Knowledge of the hazards and effects of pesticides (herbicides, insecticides,
  fungicides, etc.) and the ability to read and interpret labels and MSDS/SDS instructions regarding safe and proper use of agricultural
  chemicals.
• Skill and ability to use computers and software, such as MS word, spreadsheet and electronic data transfer.
• Willingness to communicate errors or problems.
• Ability to read and follow spoken and written plans.

Additional Role Information:

• Valid driver’s license, upon employment, in order to drive state-owned
  vehicles.
• Work requires physical exertion and exposure to inclement weather.
• Must be able to transport in excess of 50
  lbs., not exceeding 100 lbs. unassisted on a regular basis. Equipment used includes field scientific instruments, lab instruments, computers
  and grain processing facilities.
• The position involves regular (daily) use or contact with motorized vehicles such as pickup trucks
  and utility vehicles.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Resume
• Three professional references
• Cover letter (optional)
• Relevant licenses and certifications
  (optional)

Application Window

Applications close on:August 15, 2026

Anticipated
Hiring Pay Range

$16.76 – $26.84/hr

To apply, please visit: https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/agricultural-tech-ii-research-colby-kansas-united-states-d59b71a6-c87a-4
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