Careers @ MSU

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

Plan, coordinate and oversee pest management for a complex research program. Monitor research plants for pests and diseases. Consult with academic and research staff to determine and prepare appropriate pesticides. Order, store, mix, and properly dispose of pesticides and their chemical components. Maintain Pesticide Applicator license and apply pesticides to research plants according to federal, state, local, University, and departmental laws, rules, regulations and guidelines. Maintain record system on pesticides applied. Maintain an understanding of the latest pesticide management practices. Conduct informational exchange for students, staff, and pesticide users as needed. Assist in monitoring, maintaining, and/or operating research program. Perform a variety of incidental tasks related to the operation of the research program as needed.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with pesticide different pesticide application methods Requires Pesticide applicator license), including foliar sprays and infurrow applications with a C02 backpack sprayer equipped with Boom-mounted nozzles, a tractor-mounted boom with nozzles, and application via drip irrigation.  Experience monitoring research trials and diseased plant sampling technique.  Experience with weather monitoring equipment, including WatchDog temperature/relative humidity sensor, leaf wetness sensor, and rain gauge.  Ability to keep detailed records and communicate effectively with academic and research staff.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Work Hours

Early morning or Late night plot checks

Summary of Health Risks

Potential exposure to pesticides

Summary of Physical Demands

Wear a respirator, lift 50 lb. bag of fertilizer/ chemicals from ground to truck tailgate, wear 30lb. backpack sprayer while working over uneven surfaces, work outside in inclement weather.