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Part-time Research Support Assistant- Roots and Tuber Crops Lab-- Duque

Penn State University
State College, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Jan 2026

About the role

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Roots and Tuber Crops Lab (RTC-Lab) led by Luis Duque (PI) of the Department of Plant Science seeks to hire Penn State student(s) to work part-time position(s).. Specifically, we are looking for a hard-working individual(s) that will maintain, experiment, and data collect relevant experimental information both in the greenhouse and field of potato development and production under heat stress scenarios. This position is part of the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture - Specialty Crop Block Grant funded project "Heatproofing and resilience for potatoes in Pennsylvania".

Hours per week: 20
 

Student and non-student applicants will be accepted. Schedules will vary based on duties and student/non-student status.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

 

 

 

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