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Job Title:Temp Summer Worker (Turf)
Work Type:Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 20, Work Type: Regular
 
Salary Offered:Unspecified
Benefits:Unspecified.
 
Physical Required:Unspecified
Drug Testing Required:Unspecified
Education Required:High School Diploma/GED
Experience Required:Unspecified
 
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Job Description:
Job ID361008

LocationTwin Cities

Job FamilySupplemental Employee

Full/Part TimePart-Time

Regular/TemporaryRegular

Job Code0001

Employee ClassCivil Service



About the Job



Responsibilities

Assisting Turfgrass Researchers, Graduate Students, Managers and Educators in the preparation, implementation and management of turfgrass research, breeding and educational materials in the field, greenhouses, growth chambers and laboratories.
Position #1 - This position will assist with implementation and management of research conducted by
turfgrass research program including: plot layout; treatment calculations, measurements and
applications; site preparation for new trials; and maintenance and propagation of breeding
material in greenhouses, coolers and growth chambers. This position will also include working
outside in all weather conditions outside to help maintain the turfgrass research facility, research
plots, and non-research areas including: mowing, weed whipping, aerating, watering, irrigation
system maintenance, weeding, seeding, harvesting and cleaning seed, and maintaining the
cleanliness of the equipment used. Position duties may also include working in the plant growth
facilities performing such tasks as watering, clipping, weeding, transplanting and maintaining a clean
facility. The position duties may also entail assisting graduate students and scientists with
data collection or collecting data on research projects independently. Data collection may be
on or off campus depending on the project.
Position #2 - This position will assist in metabalomics research being conducted by the University of
Minnesota Turfgrass group. Tasks may include sample growth, harvest and preparation for
sample along with other duties deemed necessary by the lead researcher. This position will also
carry out a fine fescue drought management study on the effect of mowing. Tasks for the is
study will include plot maintenance such as mowing, irrigation and nutrient application and data
collection before, during and after the drought. Familiarity with grass species, drought
experiments and data collection is important for this position. This position requires work
outside in various weather conditions and the ability to work independently and be self-
motivated.

Qualifications



High School Diploma or Equivalent
Interest in turfgrass science, prior field work experience

How To Apply



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The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:

Employment Requirements



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About the U of M



The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

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