Research Assistant

Position Title: Research Assistant

Location: Casa Grande, AZ

Job type: Full Time

Arizona Plant Breeders Inc. is seeking a highly motivated individual with the ability to work as a member of the research team located in Casa Grande, AZ.

Essentials duties and responsibilities:

The Research Assistant is responsible for supporting and assisting in all the day to day operations of Arizona Plant Breeders. This includes the following activities:

• Preparing and packaging the seed
• Planting, crossing, note taking, nursery maintenance and harvesting all APB nurseries (durum, HRSW, Triticale and Barley)
• Processing of all harvested material (cleaning, thrashing, and testing the seed quality in the lab)
• Ability to travel out of state and stay overnight
• Willingness to work on weekends during the busy months
• Other related duties as assigned
• Candidates must be a motivated, self-starting individual

Education & work experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the life sciences
• Basic understanding of plant breeding and research methodologies
• Experience with data management and record keeping is important
• Good interpersonal skills, effective verbal and written communication skills in English
• Familiarity with Microsoft package e.g. word and excel
• Ability to work independently and in teams

Additional information:

• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the US
• Full training will be provided to the right candidate
• This position is designed for someone who enjoys working in the field and in the lab
• The company will provide a highly competitive compensation and benefits package
• Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Lastly, Arizona Plant Breeders is a small company. The ability to work closely with others, utilizing teamwork and open communication, is paramount to a successful career at Arizona Plant Breeders.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you require sponsorship, either now or in the future, to work in the US?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person