POSITION SUMMARY

The Grinnell College Biology Department seeks a manager for its greenhouse, located in the Noyce Science Center. This person will oversee the care of cultivated plants employed in the Biology Department curriculum. These plants include a permanent collection of specimens acquired and maintained over many years and short-term plantings used for teaching materials and student research in the context of courses. It is also the responsibility of the Greenhouse Manager to oversee the physical facilities of the Greenhouse and its ancillary rooms, communicating as necessary with Facilities Management to ensure regular maintenance and prompt repairs. Finally, the Greenhouse Manager is expected to assist laboratories and student research in a fraction of the Department’s courses that focus on plant biology and utilize the greenhouse and its associated growth facilities.

This role is a 30-hour-a-week, benefit-eligible position.

ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGE

Grinnell College is a top-ranking private liberal arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) – in a life science field - from a four-year college or university
• 6 months or more employment experience involving skills related to plant care
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing tasks and shift between work duties seamlessly.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with students in a supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrates a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Substantial college-level training in plant biology.
• Post-college Experience in a greenhouse setting.
• Experience that demonstrates critical organizational or multi-tasking skills
• Experience using spreadsheet and word processing software (Microsoft Excel, Word)
• Experience working in a laboratory setting

TO APPLY

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