Agricultural Technician
- Collaborate with scientists to enhance crop yield and animal health.
- Play a key role in advancing agricultural research and sustainability.
- Unique chance to work hands-on with cutting-edge lab equipment.
💰 Earn $39K-$51K
📚 Associate Degree
Overview
Work with agricultural scientists in plant, fiber, and animal research, or assist with animal breeding and nutrition. Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments. Conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects.Scoop
Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)
Day-to-Day
- Record data pertaining to experimentation, research, or animal care.
- Measure or weigh ingredients used in laboratory testing.
- Prepare data summaries, reports, or analyses that include results, charts, or graphs to document research findings and results.
- Set up laboratory or field equipment as required for site testing.
- Prepare laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols to ensure that they will be stored, prepared, and disposed of efficiently and effectively.
Best For You If...
YOU Like 💕
- Using data or completing tasks
- Working with my hands
- Thinking and problem solving
You are skilled in 💫
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Writing
- Reading Comprehension
- Monitoring
You value 🙏
- Having support
- Job security
- Personal relationships
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