Lab & Research Specialist I
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Job no: 531111
Work type: Staff
Senior management: Agriculture & Life Sciences
Department: Tidewater AREC
Location: Suffolk, Virginia
Categories: Agriculture / Life Science, Research / Scientific
Prepare plans of experiments designed by project leader and enter experimental data for statistical analysis. Duties include field and laboratory work with field crops, collection of data and maintenance of accurate records of assigned duties, generation of data slides, poster displays and scientific reports, and handling of agricultural chemicals.
Experience preparing well designed displays, posters, visual aids and reports of scientific data.
M.S. degree in Life Sciences or equivalent related experience.
Supplemental Questions to be answered by the applicant when applying for the position:
Do you have experience in field crop research and/or production?
Describe your ability to accurately keep records/data.
Describe your ability to work independently and in a group environment.
Do you currently hold a pesticide applicators license?
Do you have experience in experimental design and analysis of any kind?
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
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