Job Title Research Technician I Agency Texas A&M University - Kingsville Department Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Kingsville, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Job Summary The Research Technician I, under general supervision p erforms entry level, semi-skilled, technical support research work involving performance of routine tasks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities + Follows policies, processes, and procedures to perform job duties in a safe manner at all times. + Cleans seed, performs germination test, and records findings. + Plant, water, and maintain greenhouse as needed. + Collects, germinates, propagates, and harvests native plant seed. + Establishes and maintains native plant fields. + Collects samples and measurement data from experiments. Implements and maintains data collection and summarization of field trials. + Collects and compiles data. Computes, quantitates, and extends projections . + Assembles and operates technical equipment. + Performs labor intensive activities in all weather conditions throughout the work shift. + Assists senior staff members in conducting major field experiments and consults in developing procedures. + Performs other duties as assigned The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned. Minimum Requirements Education – High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience – Two years of related experience. Ability to – Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Physical Requirements – Ability to lift moderately heavy objects. Ability to exert heavy force. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Preferred Skills/Experience + Native Plant Identification skills + Greenhouse operations and maintenance + Field maintenance + Farm equipment operation and maintenance Other Requirements + Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends not to exceed 40 hour work week. + Position may involve work away from official duty location to remote sites and may also require overnight travel at times Supervision of Others This position generally does not supervise employees. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.