Plant & Soil Research Assistant — Field & Lab

NSCC International; Middleton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Student Research Assistant to join their Environment and Agriculture Technology Lab. This summer position involves providing technical assistance for research projects, conducting fieldwork, and compiling datasets. The ideal candidate should be a student returning to school in September or graduating in May/June 2026. Key qualifications include excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Work is expected to start around May 1, 2026, with a salary of $20/hr.

Qualifications

• Working on completing a college diploma or university degree.
• Experience ideally related to plant ecology, crop science, soil science, but not required.
• Experience with compiling diverse datasets from various sources.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance for projects led by the Research Scientists.
• Conduct fieldwork in support of data acquisition missions.
• Work on one or more research projects daily.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Effective communication skills

Strong planning and organizational skills

Exceptional client service skills

Team player

Education

College diploma or university degree

Job description

A leading educational institution is seeking a Student Research Assistant to join their Environment and Agriculture Technology Lab. This summer position involves providing technical assistance for research projects, conducting fieldwork, and compiling datasets. The ideal candidate should be a student returning to school in September or graduating in May/June 2026. Key qualifications include excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Work is expected to start around May 1, 2026, with a salary of $20/hr.