Recruitment/Posting Title Seasonal Agricultural Workers (multiple positions) Posting Number 25TM0076 Department SEBS-Plant Biology Overview The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.

In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Seasonal Agricultural Workers for the Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. This position reports to Primary Investigator (PI) or supervisor designated Field Researcher.

Among the key duties of this position are the following: Helps to establish and maintain turfgrass research areas on farm which may include turfgrass nurseries, breeding crosses, field trials, and in greenhouses. Waters, cuts, plants/establishes, or weeds research trials on research farms and in greenhouses. Assists in establishment of breeding trials, plant tissue collection or harvest, seed harvest/isolation/preparation/threshing and weighing, and will develop and utilize various plant propagation techniques. Assists PI or researchers in data collection and analysis. Employees will be trained and supervised by staff and/or PI. Position Status Per Diem Hours Per Week 40 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Position Salary $17.00 - $22.00 per hour Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly