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Penn State University · 2 months ago

Part-Time Forage Crop Systems Research Assistant

Penn State University Park

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a part-time research assistant within the Department of Plant Science. The role involves compiling research data, conducting analyses, and supporting the publication of research findings related to forage crop systems.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Compiling research data

Screening data quality

Conducting preliminary analysis

Conducting a literature review

Writing manuscripts

Focus on the Stubble Height project conclusion

Publish one journal article under the leadership of Guojie Wang

Focus on historical data from all forage variety trials at Penn State

Work on data requisition and visualization

Publish several extension fact sheets as outcomes

Assist with the NESARE funding application

Organizing brainstorming meetings

Project planning

Proposal construction

Ensure the safe operation of specialized equipment

Collect data by measurement

Sampling

Subjective assessments to evaluate forage crops

Prepare plant tissue and soil samples for lab analysis

Qualification

AgronomyData analysisFieldwork experienceLiterature reviewWriting manuscriptsTeam collaborationCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

Master's degree in agronomy, animal science, plant science, soil science, biology, agriculture, bioengineering, biotechnology, microbiology, or a related field

Experience with farm equipment and fieldwork

Valid driver's license

Successful completion of a motor vehicle records check

Successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies