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Job Title: Inside/Outside Research Worker

Job Description

The Inside/Outside Research Worker supports agricultural research activities throughout the year by performing a variety of indoor and outdoor tasks related to seed handling, crop maintenance, and data collection. This role involves completing repetitive, detail-oriented work, following established protocols and safety procedures, and collaborating with a team to ensure research plots and seed materials are prepared, maintained, and processed accurately. Hours are flexible within normal operating times and may vary with seasonal workload.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols at all times while performing assigned tasks.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors to receive instructions, report progress, and clarify task requirements.
• Harvest plant material according to defined protocols during the summer and fall seasons.
• Hand or machine count seed by experiment prior to planting, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Sort seed packets for planting and for shipping, organizing materials for timely use and distribution.
• Shell and thresh crops as required for research and seed processing activities.
• Condition seed according to defined procedures to prepare it for planting or further processing.
• Apply seed treatments as directed, following all handling and safety guidelines.
• Operate research equipment and tools as trained, including seed handling and counting equipment.
• Use basic computer and navigational tools to support data entry, tracking, or simple system interactions.
• Perform production, assembly, packaging, and general production tasks related to seed and crop handling.
• Work outdoors in different weather conditions, including exposure to soybeans, corn pollen, dust, and plant allergens.
• Travel to offsite locations as needed, with part of the day spent commuting to and from field sites.
• Walk, stand, and crouch for several hours at a time, including on uneven ground and at different height levels (overhead and ground level).
• Lift up to 50 pounds when required, particularly in indoor seed handling and warehouse-related tasks.

• Essential Skills
• Ability to follow instructions carefully and consistently.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform accurate work in a repetitive motion environment.
• Basic computer knowledge and navigational skills.
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours a day in indoor environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when needed.
• Ability to work in dusty environments and, when required, with seed treatments.
• Commitment to meeting minimum performance standards and following defined health and safety protocols.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using barcode scanners is preferred.
• Warehouse, distribution, shipping, or inventory experience is helpful.
• Previous experience in production, assembly, packaging, or general production environments is beneficial.
• Willingness to travel to offsite locations for field work during peak seasons.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers flexible scheduling within standard daytime hours and the chance to contribute directly to meaningful agricultural research. You will work in a supportive environment that values reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail, with clear procedures and expectations to help you succeed. Breaks and lunch periods are structured to promote balance during the workday, and all required protective equipment is provided to help you perform your duties safely and comfortably.

Work Environment

The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings that vary by season. Typical weekly schedules are flexible, with a strong preference for candidates able to work close to 40 hours per week. Standard shift times run from approximately 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with the possibility of working until 5:00 p.m. depending on daily workload and staff availability. During summer and fall, you will spend significant time outdoors in fields, exposed to different weather conditions, soybeans, corn pollen, dust, and plant allergens, and walking on uneven ground at various height levels. During winter and spring, you will work primarily indoors in a production and warehouse-style environment, handling seed, operating research equipment, and working in dusty conditions. You may be asked to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for up to 8 hours per day. The environment is structured with one 15-minute break for each 4 hours worked and a 30-minute lunch for a full shift. Personal phone calls are limited to break times unless there is an emergency. All required personal protective equipment is provided, and employees are expected to follow all defined health and safety protocols. The assignment is project-based and is not designated as a temp-to-hire position.

This is a Contract position based out of Princeton, IN.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract position based out of Princeton, IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Princeton,IN.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.