Greenhouse and Field Operations Manager [R0152085]

About the role

The successful candidate will be hired into the Research Analyst/Research Associate position classification, with a designated business title of Greenhouse and Field Operations Manager. The individual will have responsibilities of managing the School of Life Sciences Greenhouse facility on the UNLV main campus (one day per week) and at the Center for Urban Water Conservation in North Las Vegas (four days per week).

Responsibilities

• Working with faculty and students in the School of Life Sciences to help ensure the success of ongoing research projects.
• Maintenance of the greenhouse facilities involving environmental control systems, irrigation, water purification and fertilizer injection systems.
• Handling and applying fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides and cleaning and organizing the head-house and greenhouse bays.
• Overseeing the day-to-day maintenance of the 10-acre research site at the Center for Urban Water Conservation, including the irrigation and pumping system, lysimeter facility, a weather station research project, and interacting with Cooperative Extension staff.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a science-related field (biology, horticulture, or agronomy preferred) from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• At least two years of experience (or a Master’s degree in a science-related field in lieu of work experience requirement).

Qualifications

• Experience working with and maintaining both greenhouse and field instrumentation.
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, and statistical programs).
• A basic understanding of chemistry as associated with soil-plant-water analysis.

Skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of greenhouse and field operations management.

Benefits

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools.
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.

Pay

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Schedule

Full-time equivalent 100.0%.

Contact Information

To apply, submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.