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New Mexico State University

Research Asst,Inter

🇺🇸 Las Cruces, NM

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $17 per Hour

💻 Research

🗓️ August 4th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The College of Agriculture, Consumer, and Environmental Science is hiring a Research Assistant, Intermediate to support chile research activities and lead undergraduate student employees. The role involves maintaining research plots, collecting and processing data, operating specialized equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Highlights
  • Support ongoing chile research activities including plot maintenance and data collection.
  • Lead and guide undergraduate student employees involved in research.
  • Perform routine research tasks such as chile yield assessments and laboratory procedures.
  • Use specialized analytical equipment, instrumentation, and statistical software for data analysis.
  • Assist in setup, operation, and maintenance of research tools and equipment.
  • Travel to field sites to collect data and samples as needed.
  • Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field; no prior work experience required.
  • Knowledge of scientific research protocols and computerized systems/databases is necessary.
  • Hourly rate of $16.83 with full-time, non-exempt employment status.
  • Work involves moderate physical activity and exposure to elements such as extreme temperatures and dust.