Horticultural Technician

The Department of Biological Systems Engineering is seeking a Horticultural Technician. The person in this position will care for existing greenhouse and field plants that are used for phenotyping via digital imaging techniques. They will also germinate new plants in collaboration with the cranberry breeding program to include in the phenotyping program. Responsibilities include watering, weeding, transplanting, pruning, pollinating, and managing the nutrients & soil in the greenhouse and occasional planting and maintenance of plants in the field. Additional projects are available to work on in the lab if interested.

A valid US Driver's license, or the ability to obtain one, is required. Work schedule is generally 10am - 3pm, Monday-Friday, 20 hours per week maximum. This is a terminal position, 12 months duration.

• Serves as a horticultural expert and consultant to internal and external stakeholders. May assist with laboratory demonstrations when necessary

• Executes the technical day-to-day operational activities of a greenhouse complex, botanical garden, or plant research project(s)

• Maintains records of plant acquisitions and of greenhouse/garden activities and schedules

• Plans and implements instructional plant production schedules; determines and implements proper cultural practices for plant materials, disease and pest control practices, and plant requirements for light, temperature, moisture, and nutrition

• Trains, assists, and monitors the work of students and unit staff as needed

• Coordinates the maintenance of a greenhouse facility, equipment, and environmental controls. May coordinate the care of animals and other organisms

College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS), Department of Biological Systems Engineering

The anticipated minimum salary for this position is $18.50/hour. However, final salary will depend on qualifications.

Field, greenhouse, or research experience.

• Experience with nutrient management

• Experience with pest management

• Experience with seed germination

Bachelor's degree required. Field of Horticulture, Agronomy, Ecology, Environmental Science or similar preferred.

Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/application materials:

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Finalists will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States by the start of the appointment.

CALS Human Resources Manager, Erin Cook at erin.cook@wisc.edu

CALS Human Resources Generalist, Carla Boe at (carla.boe@wisc.edu)

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