Professional Aide

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

The Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC) and Lowry Lab at Michigan State University are seeking to hire a seasonal field technician to work at the Kellogg Biological Station. The successful candidate will participate in field research focused on understanding the mechanisms of abiotic and biotic stress tolerance in the bioenergy crop switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) and how those stresses impact feedstock deconstruction and bioenergy conversion. The work will be 100% located at the Kellogg Biological Station in western Michigan and last through January 2025. The primary duties of the job will include: Collecting data from plants in the field, digging up plants for propagation, preparing supplies for harvest in October and November, conducting various aspects of switchgrass harvest, drying/weighing samples after harvest, and entering data.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in a biological sciences major and prior work with plants is desired. The successful applicant must have a driver’s license.

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.

Required Application Materials

A cover letter and a resume/CV.

Work Hours

Schedule based on field needs and conditions

Website

https://davidbryantlowry.wordpress.com/

Summary of Physical Demands

Work may occasionally involved lifting more than 50 lbs and regularly involve carrying objects