Research Technologist II

The Dry Bean Research program at Michigan State University is seeking applicants for a hands-on research technician position based primarily in East Lansing, MI but will work across multiple research and on-farm locations. As a part of the research team you'll be involved in a wide range of field, greenhouse, and lab activities. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Dry bean planting, harvesting, and field data collection.
• Managing and collecting data at two MSU research farms and several on-farm organic sites.
• Seed management and seed quality measurements.
• Bean canning and post-harvest evaluations.
• Greenhouse support for bean hybridizations.
• Disease screening and molecular marker screening.
• Supervising and assisting undergraduate students and interns Data management and basic data analysis.

This is a Full-time benefits eligible positions and is a great opportunity for recent graduates or those looking to build a career in agricultural research!

Knowledge normally acquired by completing a four- year college degree program in Plant Sciences or other related field; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience performing basic research techniques specific to the area of research employment such as: Tissue Culture, Analytical Research, Molecular Biology, Agriculture, Social Science, Physiology, Medical Research, etc., including the use and calibration of related equipment; word processing, spreadsheet; database and/or desktop publishing software; presentation software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

STANDARD 8-5

This is a limited term position funded for one year from date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.

https://www.canr.msu.edu/psm/

Advertised: Oct 21, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Nov 3, 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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