Plant Physiology Intern

ABOUT UPL:

UPL is focused on emerging as a premier global provider of total crop solutions designed to secure the world’s long-term food supply. Winning farmers hearts across the globe, while leading the way with innovative products and services that make agriculture sustainable, UPL is the fastest growing company in the industry. Our successes in the field add up to powerful financials. UPL delivers results from protecting crops that translate into attractive investor value. Based on the recognition that humankind is one community, UPL’s overarching commitment is to improve areas of its presence, workplace and customer engagement. Our purpose is ‘OpenAg’. An agriculture network that feeds sustainable growth for all. No limits, no borders.

Job Description:

The successful intern candidate will be a key member of the New Agricultural Technology global team contributing to ongoing research in plant physiology. The position will be based at UPL’s brand new OpenAg™ Center in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, and reporting to the Global Research Lead for Physiology.

The successful candidate will:

• Contribute to conducting lab and greenhouse studies for proof-of-concept testing of experimental technologies and product life cycle management support.
• Perform general laboratory operations, including day-to-day activities, such as research supplies inventory, equipment maintenance, and maintaining plants.
• Possess good observational skills and attention to detail in performing assessments, record-keeping.
• Have demonstrated skill in organizing their time and managing projects.
• Be excited to tackle new challenges and develop new skills.
• Be flexible and willing to help with tasks beyond those mentioned above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working towards a B.S. (junior or senior year) with at least one year of relevant work experience, or working towards an M.S. or Ph.D. in horticulture, plant physiology, soil science, ag engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office environment and willingness to learn company-specific software.
• Ability to work in greenhouse conditions and lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to be trained in safe operating procedures and exercise them.
• Authorized to work in the United States on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
• Ability to understand and handle information that can be company confidential