Program Technician - 12 MONTH

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Closing Date:

05/01/2026

Type of Position:

Researchers

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees.  The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture.  The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.  As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. 

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Department:

FDSC | Grain Processing Research

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The mission of the Arkansas Rice Processing Program (ARPP) is to conduct both basic and applied research to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of current rice processing operations, as well as to provide fundamental information for the development of new products and processes. The ultimate goal is to enhance the quality and value of rice and rice products.

The ARPP is seeking a motivated Lab Technician to assist with rice processing operations, rice-related research projects, day-to-day service center analyses and rice processing pilot plant management. The successful candidate will support experiments and ongoing research projects while helping maintain smooth laboratory and pilot plant operations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Research Support Conducting research in the general area of rice processing and safety, including microbial safety. This includes assisting with sample collection, processing, and storage, as well as optimization of routine laboratory methods.

Student Training & Support Providing research-related advice, support, and training to graduate and undergraduate students. Assisting students with their research projects.

Lab Operations & Maintenance Making supervised decisions regarding lab operations and general maintenance as well as the rice processing pilot plant operations. Monitoring lab safety and usage, maintaining laboratory stocks of reagents and consumables, keeping an accurate inventory of lab supplies, and ensuring the inventory is reviewed and updated regularly.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

· Bachelor’s of Science degree in Agricultural Engineering (or related engineering discipline), Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field is required.

· Must be comfortable using computers and proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.