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Temporary Agroecology Lab Technician

North Carolina State University

$16-$20/hr

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Apr 14, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	PG195042TM
Position Number	11ASO3436
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	The Agroecology Lab Coordinator will work under the supervision of the Agroecology Professor to support the establishment and growth of the Agroecology Lab, the undergraduate Agroecology Major, and the Agroecology Education Farm. The coordinator will assist in a variety of tasks aimed at enhancing the functionality and efficacy of the program while contributing to ongoing agroecological research and education projects. The coordinator will play a key role in developing and fostering relationships with farmers, private and public sector actors in the region to support collaborative research and community-based outreach efforts. The coordinator will collaborate with the Agroecology Education Farm manager and Sustainable Agriculture Systems Unit technician at the Lake Wheeler Field Lab to ensure smooth project execution and coordination across various activities. The coordinator will also assist in reviewing and summarizing relevant scientific literature, drafting reports and educational materials to enhance agroecology curriculum. Responsibilities will likely include: Outreach to organic, agroecological, sustainable, and/or regenerative farms in region to develop potential job opportunities for agroecology students or recent agroecology graduates Network with organizations in the public sector (e.g., non-profits, community-based entities) striving to improve access to food and education Create outreach and education materials, such as reports, videos, social media posts, brochures for the Agroecology Major, the Agroecology Education Farm, and the Sustainable Agriculture Systems Unit at the Lake Wheeler Field Lab Assist in gathering background material for grant applications Helping set up data collection systems to measure impact
Is Time Limited	No
If Yes, Appointment Length

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC
Department	Crop and Soil Science

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title	Temporary Agroecology Lab Technician

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	20-40/hrs per week between Monday-Friday
Other Work/Responsibilities	n/a
Minimum Experience/Education	Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties
Department Required Skills	Proficient with Microsoft Office Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong computer and organizational skills Strong interest in sustainable agriculture Enthusiasm to learn Ability to work with a diverse audience Able to work independently
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	BS in agroecology, agriculture, environmental science, or ecology-related discipline or a 4-year degree with a strong familiarity of agriculture
Required License or Certification	Valid driver's license
Valid NC Driver's License required?	Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$16-$20/hr

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	04/14/2025

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/216806

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