How do they match: Agricultural Technicians

  • Agricultural Assistant
  • Agricultural Specialist
  • Agriculture Research Laboratory Assistant
  • Culture Media Laboratory Assistant
  • Faculty Research Assistant
  • Research Assistant
  • Research Specialist
  • Seed Specialist
  • Seed Analysis Laboratory Assistant
  • Seed Laboratory Assistant
  • Sustainable Agriculture Specialist
  • Urban Gardening Specialist

  • 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.

  • Assess comparative soil erosion from various planting or tillage systems, such as conservation tillage with mulch or ridge till systems, no-till systems, or conventional tillage systems with or without moldboard plows.
  • Conduct studies of nitrogen or alternative fertilizer application methods, quantities, or timing to ensure satisfaction of crop needs and minimization of leaching, runoff, or denitrification.
  • Determine the germination rates of seeds planted in specified areas.

  • Provide technical information or assistance to public.