TITLE: High School Research Intern in Agronomy
DEPARTMENT: College of Agriculture Community and the Sciences
EFFECTIVE DATE: Position will Remain Open until Filled
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part-Time
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:
Non-Exempt
PRINCIPAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
A High School Research Intern will report to KSU Faculty Member to support in established research projects within the College of Agriculture, Community, and Sciences.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Under the direct supervision of KSU Faculty Member.(Assistant Professor - Agronomy), the High School Research Assistant will contribute to established research projects.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Conduct agronomic field research under the supervision of the PI at Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm.
Collect and compile experimental data and assist in developing progress reports.
Assist graduate and undergraduate students in their field and greenhouse research data collection.
Plant biomass, pods and seeds sample collection, drying, grinding and processing.
OTHER DUTIES:
Research results presentation at professional meetings and conferences
QUALIFICATIONS:
1) Student must have a minimum GPA of 2.75 out of 4.0 scale
2) Student must be able to give a block of time of at least two hours
3) Student must be able to provide own transportation to location
4) Comfortable working in field and greenhouse in all conditions (hot, wet, or dusty conditions with allergens)
5) Interest in agriculture, environmental science, horticulture, agribusiness, etc. is preferred
Licensing and Certifications
None
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Computer literacy
Effective communication skills
Ability to work cooperatively in a team is required
Initiative, resourcefulness, punctuality, and ability to work independently are essential
Ability to maintain concise and accurate records.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Frequent outdoor work.
Standing and/or walking up to several hours.
Working outside in adverse weather conditions such as hot and cold.
Involves considerable exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.
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