Research Technician

Research Technician – WinGenplants.com

WinGen Plants is a small multinational plant breeding and product development company based in Austin, Texas, USA. We are part of a large international horticultural network and are dedicated to the breeding and development of novel and innovative ornamental plant varieties. At WinGen, you will be working to develop and enhance our breeding programs through applied genetics and plant breeding techniques as well as a thoughtful collaboration with our diverse team.

Position Summary

• Ensure the highest plant quality of all crops at the facility in both a greenhouse and field setting.
• Work with the WinGen team to ensure all facility tasks are completed on schedule and to the highest standards.
• This is a physically active role which requires a majority of time spent standing, lifting, and completing repetitive tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Plant Care: Assist with research and development activities on site at WinGen’s Mustang Ridge facility. You will be part of the team monitoring and executing appropriate fertilization, irrigation, fumigation, integrated pest management and disease prevention.
• Assist with other tasks as needed

Position Requirements

• Employee will work in accordance with WinGen LLC’s employee code of conduct and employment policies. Job is located at WinGen’s Mustang Ridge, TX facility and the employee must provide their own transportation.
• The employee must be authorized to work in the United States and will always maintain this eligibility.
• Comfort with hands on, physical work, repetitive tasks and standing for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 30+lbs.
• Self-motivated, organized, and efficient
• Effective communicator
• Ability to read, write, and transcribe alpha-numeric codes and other data.
• Works well independently, as well as in a team environment
• A get-it-done, do-what-it-takes attitude.

Knowledge:

• Fluency in written and spoken English is desired; ability to write and speak Spanish is beneficial.
• Previous horticultural experience is desired.

Hours: 10-15 -/+ per week Negotiable