Part-time Research Support Assistant- Fleishman Root Agroecology Lab

Penn State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
Hybrid
Collect plant and soil samples
Laboratory analyses
Data entry and organization
The Fleishman Root Agroecology Lab seeks to understand the relationship between roots and soil properties in order to clarify the dual role of roots as supporters of plant health and shapers of key soil functions

Job Summary

  • The Fleishman Root Agroecology Lab seeks to understand the relationship between roots and soil properties in order to clarify the dual role of roots as supporters of plant health and shapers of key soil functions.
  • Responsibilities may include collecting plant and soil samples, performing laboratory analyses, data entry and organization, and supporting experiment setup and maintenance.
  • This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties, necessitating a valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check.

Matching Summary

The Fleishman Root Agroecology Lab seeks to understand the relationship between roots and soil properties in order to clarify the dual role of roots as supporters of plant health and shapers of key soil functions.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Collect plant and soil samples
  • Laboratory analyses
  • Data entry and organization
  • Experiment setup and maintenance
  • Operate a motor vehicle

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interest in agroecology
  • Work in a variety of conditions
  • Willingness to learn
  • Work as part of a team

Key Requirements

  • Valid driver's license
  • Successful completion of background checks
  • Successful completion of motor vehicle records check

Work Rights

Not specified

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