Research Specialist

Position Description:
This position will assist the barley plant breeder in developing improved varieties for North Dakota and surrounding areas. Assistance in planning, organizing, and conducting scientific research in breeding, genetics, and production of six- and two-rowed barley. Responsibilities include identifying, evaluating, and utilizing appropriate procedures to allow successful completion of experiments; data analysis using appropriate statistical procedures; summarizing research results, assist in presenting results, and assist in writing subsequent research publications. Duties will require coordination with the plant breeder, other members of the research project, and project members of other departments collaborating on barley.
Supervising and training subordinates and performing various other duties of a scientific nature.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Earned B.S. degree or the equivalent in Plant Sciences, Agronomy, Crop & Weed Sciences. Individuals without a BS degree must have a minimum of two years of working full time in a plant breeding program
• Knowledge in FHB inoculation and disease ratings
• Working experience in small plot research
• Working experience in operating, maintaining, and repairing field plot equipment
• Working computer experience in the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and database programs
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with others and effective supervisory skills
• Valid U.S. driver's license
• ND Certified Pesticide Applicators License or ability to be certified

Preferred Qualifications:
• Working experience with the execution of field, greenhouse and laboratory
trials, preferably in the context of a plant breeding program
• Prior supervisory experience

Physical Demands:
• Work with farm equipment
• Must be capable of lifting 75+ pounds
• Work outside under challenging weather conditions
• Work longer hours seasonally, including weekends when needed for planting and harvest
• Ability to travel to different sites in North Dakota, Arizona, and Puerto Rico

Screening Date: 11/26/2018
Open Until Filled: No
Search Type: Internal/External Simultaneously: Open to all applicants
No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. • 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:
North Dakota State University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Veteran's Preference Notice: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Location (City, State): NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you a North Dakota resident?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you qualify for North Dakota veteran's preference?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * If yes, list exact dates of service:
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4. * Do you qualify for North Dakota disabled veteran's preference?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * How did you hear about this position?
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   • Fargo Forum
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   • Job Service of North Dakota
   • NDSU Employee
   • NDSU Website
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Unofficial Transcript 1
4. Unofficial Transcript 2

Optional Documents

1. Other Document 1
2. Veterans Preference Claim Form (DD214)
3. Veterans Administration Letter