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About Us Connected International, Inc. (Connected Cannabis Co.) is a leading vertically integrated cannabis company based in Sacramento and operating in California, Arizona, and Florida. With over 11 years experience, Connected specializes in breeding, growing, manufacturing, and distributing top-shelf cannabis through its state-of-the-art facilities and proprietary genetics. With over 250 employees across the United States, Connected maintains a strong presence in the industry across multiple markets. The company has recently expanded into Arizona and Florida with ambitious national expansion plans underway. Connected's mission has always been to breed, grow, and sell the best cannabis in the world, setting high standards for its products, people, and partners wherever we go. We currently have 300+ employees across ten locations and we are in a high growth phase expanding rapidly. If you are interested in joining a world class team and working in an exciting new industry with a leader in genetics, innovation, career opportunities and growing practices, we encourage you to apply! About the Job The role of Research Technician, performs labor to assist in the upkeep of cannabis research in the areas of cultivation, postharvest and plant breeding. Tasks include but are not limited to plant maintenance, cultivation environmental management, fertility management, data collection and harvest oversight for all research trials. A high degree of proficiency with spreadsheets and attention to detail are extremely important. What You Will Do Execute research trials developed by the research and development (R&D) leadership team. Collect and record research data in trial spreadsheets. Communicate research needs to facility managers and coordinate tasks with facility personnel on a trial case by case basis. Maintain stock of research supplies and place purchase orders to ensure adequate supply. Cataloging, maintaining and organization of plants, tags, and pruned biomass. Maintain detailed accounts of all activities, research and observations. Plant Pollination, pollen and seed collection when needed to support breeding efforts. Travel between cultivation sites where research trials are being conducted Maintain and follow the cultivation department policies and procedures. Keep all workstations clean and organized This position includes on-call responsibilities and requires weekend and holiday availability What We Are Looking For Bachelor's Degree in horticulture, plant science, pathology, entomology, soil and crop science or related field preferred. Training and experience in a research support environment and familiarity with experimental design. Attention to detail and ability to adapt and improve processes. Demonstrated ability to cope with stress while solving multiple problems and coordinating various tasks. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communications skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, e-mail, and web browsers. Experience with integrated pest management, pesticide applications, and biocontrol. Skill and knowledge of plant physiology and plant nutrition. High organizational skills Problem solving/analysis skills Must understand and abide by the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the company and the cultivation department. Adhere to company mission statement, while maintaining high ethical standards and professionalism. Must work well with others and ability to adapt quickly to changes in policy, procedure, methods and technique. Help create a proactive and positive environment; a positive attitude and self-motivation to help produce high quality product, while meeting and/or exceeding personal and/or company goals. Must manage their time during work efficiently to meet goals Follow basic instructions and ability to take constructive criticism from their managers to maintain quality standards and production goals. Shows self-motivation/innovation and the ability to work well with all members of their staff and the company, as well as with their direct supervisor. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office - strong Excel skills required • Other duties and tasks as assigned. Physical Requirements/Work Environment Must be able to lift up to a maximum of 50 lbs. occasionally without assistance or 100 lbs. with assistance. Regularly required to perform carrying, grasping, lifting, walking, standing, some bending/crouching, stooping, stretching, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus. Able to be in varying temperature and humidity environmental conditions Must not be allergic to or have a fear of insects. Work is performed in a fast-paced cannabis grow location. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Compensation The hourly pay range for this position in the selected city is: $25.00- $35.00 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Why Connected? Connected is an exciting and innovative workplace with a highly engaged workforce brought together by a shared passion to be the best in the business. We are on a mission to breed, grow and sell the best cannabis in the world! This is a super unique opportunity to be part of the start-up stage of the booming cannabis industry. We are looking for exceptional people to join our team as we transition into the next phase of our business ventures and become a leader in the cannabis space. Competitive Pay 401(k), Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Paid Vacation Time Career Growth and Internal Advancement Opportunities Chance to work in an exciting new start-up industry with awesome people!