Role Overview
Ag Jobs is hiring a entry-level Temporary Research Technician - University Farm. This is a full-time role in Greensboro. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
Resume Keywords to Include
Make sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoring
Sign up free to auto-tailor your resume with all these keywords and get a higher ATS score
Job Description
Posting Details
Classification Information
Position/Classification Title
Update
Classification Type
SHRA
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies:
Minimum Experience/Education
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Minimum
Employee must run a full scale dairy operation that include milking,calving, animal health and feeding and working independently.
Employee must use farm equipment to maintain operational task and assist with cropping practices of the general farm operation to provide hay and silage needs for the unit.
Employee must use milking equipment, data loggers, farm equipment and irrigation pumps/systems on a regular bases to fulfill daily duties.
Employee must keep records of daily milk production, heat checking, feed usage, breeding and animal treatment related information.
Employee must work with researchers and instructors using the dairy for data or laboratory exercises.
Preferred:B.S degree in agriculture and or at least 2 years experience at a dairy and adequate knowledge and use of farm equipment.
Required License or Certification
Valid Driver's License
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
This employee serves as one of the two primary milkers at the dairy unit, and also provides the labor in feeding animals, heat and pregnancy checking, calving, cleaning dairy facility, maintaining dairy pastures, using all dairy related equipment such as tractors, mowers, bobcat, and irrigation equipment that is necessary to perform tasks associated with the dairy.
Requirements
Employee must run a full-scale dairy operation that include milking, calving, animal health and feeding and working independently.
Employee must use farm equipment to maintain operational task and assist with cropping practices of the general farm operation to provide hay and silage needs for the unit.
Employee must use milking equipment, data loggers, farm equipment and irrigation pumps/systems on a regular bases to fulfill daily duties.
Employee must keep records of daily milk production, heat checking, feed usage, breeding and animal treatment related information.
Employee must work with researchers and instructors using the dairy for data or laboratory exercises.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The dairy operates as a full-scale production dairy on the university farm, fulfilling teaching, research, demonstration and production needs for the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.
Work Hours
Monday - Sunday 6am-2pm or 9am-6pm 40 hours/week
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Position Information
Working Title
Temporary Research Technician - University Farm
Competency Level
Contributing
Position Number
Recruitment Range
$20/hr
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Appointment Type
Temporary - Full-time
FTE
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
College of Ag and Environ Sciences
Organizational Location
College of Ag & Environ Sciences
Organizational Unit
College of Ag and Environ Sciences
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SHRA3168
Open Date
04/13/2026
Close Date
04/28/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40144
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Temporary Research Technician - University Farm position at Ag Jobs?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Ag Jobs. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Temporary Research Technician - University Farm position at Ag Jobs located?
This position is based in Greensboro. Ag Jobs has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Temporary Research Technician - University Farm at Ag Jobs earn?
Ag Jobs has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Temporary Research Technician - University Farm role at Ag Jobs posted?
This role was posted on April 14, 2026 (55 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the Temporary Research Technician - University Farm role at Ag Jobs entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Ag Jobs has listed.
AI-powered job search
Get every job scored to your resume
Upload your resume and get jobs ranked, your resume tailored, and employee contacts found automatically.
Get Started FreeNo credit card to start