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Requirements

  • Working toward or have a degree in environmental science, agriculture, biology, or related field
  • OR experience working in a garden, landscaping, or farming

Responsibilities

  • preparation and maintenance of trial lot
  • Turf crop preparation and maintenance
  • Fertilizer, chemical controls, and soil amendments
  • Greenhouse crop production and maintenance
  • utilizing herbicide to remove existing plants
  • Preparing ground by tilling or digging, typically utilizing equipment, but occasionally utilizing hand tools
  • Maintaining trials by feeding and fertilizing plants

FAQs

What is the duration of the Research Assistant contract?

The Research Assistant position is a 3-month contract, with the potential to go direct, but no guarantees.

What are the typical working hours for this position?

The typical working hours are from 8 am to 5 pm, but candidates need to be flexible with their start times.

Will the Research Assistant work indoors, outdoors, or both?

The Research Assistant will primarily work outdoors but will also assist in the greenhouse at times.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should be working toward or have a degree in environmental science, agriculture, biology, or a related field, or have experience working in a garden, landscaping, or farming.

What kind of physical tasks will the Research Assistant be doing?

Typical tasks include utilizing herbicides to remove existing plants, preparing ground by tilling or digging using equipment or hand tools, and maintaining trials by feeding and fertilizing plants.

Is experience in gardening or landscaping sufficient for this role?

Yes, experience in gardening, landscaping, or farming is acceptable as an alternative to a degree in a related field.

What is Actalent's stance on diversity and inclusion?

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, embedding these principles into its culture and hiring practices.

Is there flexibility in the work schedule?

Yes, while the typical work hours are set, candidates need to be flexible on start times.

Can I request accommodations due to a disability?

Yes, if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, you can email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for options.

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Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We’re supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent’s global footprint and flexible delivery models ensure access to specialized talent where and when you need it. We promote consultant engagement through professional development and provide experiences to ensure continuous learning. Our people are the difference. Our expertise spans capabilities in engineering including product and manufacturing, systems and software, construction management, environmental, architecture and civil; and power and utilities. We focus on sciences capabilities in laboratory sciences, healthcare, and clinical research. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.

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