Temporary Lab and Field Technician
Temporary Lab and Field Technician
The position will be responsible for completing the objectives for the grant entitled “What Practices Provide the Best Economic Return for Area Wide Management of Helicoverpa zea”. This will include rearing H. zea, releasing beneficial insects with a UAV, and pheromone disruption of H. zea in corn.
Department: DEPP
Classification Title: Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title: Temporary Lab and Field Technician
Essential Job Duties:
- Rearing H. zea
- Releasing beneficial insects with a UAV
- Pheromone disruption of H. zea in corn
Minimum Experience/Education: Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties
Department Required Skills: n/a
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education: Experience in agriculture
Required License or Certification: Valid driver’s license
Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment Range: $15/hr
Job Open Date: 04/14/2026
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