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rrUniversity of Idaho

rrResearch Specialist, Weed Science

rrLocation: Kimberly

rrDivision/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

rrEmployee Category: Classified

rrPay Range: \$21.63 per hour or higher depending on experience

rrFTE: 1.0

rrFull/Part Time: Full Time

rrPosition Summary:

rPerforms research activities and analysis, recording observations and measurements, and reports results. Participates in analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision.

Duties may include:

• Prepare standard solutions for calibration and analyses
• Interpret test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
• Collect laboratory or field data
• Conduct research and analysis of scientific data
• Participate in research design discussions
• Perform literature reviews
• Prepare reports
• Compare data and historical records for trend verification
• Develop reference files, comparison charts, and graphs on research data
• Assist with site inspections and field oversight
• Have little or no supervisory responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

rrMinimum Qualifications:

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• Bachelors Degree in weed science, crop science, agronomy, plant science, or range management

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rrPreferred Qualifications:

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• M.S. degree in weed science, crop science, agronomy, plant science, or range management
• Experience with small plot field research, experimental design, data collection and analysis
• Experience in the operation of farm equipment such as tractors, sprayers, and hand tools
• Experience with herbicide and pesticide application and the calibration of pesticide applicators
• Experience using computer software and applications for word processing, developing spreadsheets, email and internet
• Proficiency in using R or similar analytical statistics software and ARM trial management software
• Experience in effective written communication skills

rrPhysical Requirements & Working Conditions:

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• May be required to work with toxic, volatile and corrosive chemicals and/or carcinogenic substances
• May be required to work in adverse environmental conditions (dusty, hot, or cold conditions outdoors)
• Must be able to lift, carry and/or otherwise move objects weighing up to 50 lbs

rMay be required to work with toxic, volatile and corrosive chemicals and/or carcinogenic substancesrMay be required to work in adverse environmental conditions (dusty, hot, or cold conditions outdoors)rMust be able to lift, carry and/or otherwise move objects weighing up to 50 lbsr

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rPosting Number: SP004463P

rrPosting Date: 06/13/2024

rrClosing Date:

rrOpen Until Filled: Yes

rrSpecial Instructions:

rApplications received by June 27, 2024, will receive first consideration.

rrBackground Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

rrTo apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

rrEEO Statement

rUniversity of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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