Pohnpei Campus/CRE
P.O. Box 614
Kolonia, Pohnpei   FM 96941

Under the supervision of the researcher, the position will provide these services:

• Prepare composts and carry out weeding, digging, land preparation, planting, harvesting, and other field works in relation to agriculture research.
• Prepare soil mixtures for pot plants, plant seeds or seedlings in pots, apply compost and fertilizers, set up piping for hydroponics, and other nursery, greenhouse, and hydroponic works.
• Measure soil pH, plant height, weight of harvested produce, and other measurements in relation to agriculture research.
• Work with motorized equipment for grass cutting, land preparation for planting, etc.
• Assist in sourcing planting materials and supplies needed for projects,
• Work with and assist laborers hired for specific tasks,
• Be responsible for safe keeping and maintenance of all research tools and equipment, including keeping research vehicle clean.
• Submit a list of activities undertaken and status of tools and equipment on a monthly basis, and perform other duties as assigned from time to time including serving on committees.

High School Graduate with at least two years of experience involving farming or crop growing experience. Have interest and willingness to receive on-the-job training on research methods; ability to communicate effectively in English and Pohnpeian orally and in writing, and valid driver’s license required. Knowledge of experiment research procedures and experience using the computer preferred.

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

1. A letter of interest addressing how the candidate’s professional qualification and experience match the minimum essential requirements of the position (not to exceed 3 pages);
2. COM-FSM application form (http://www.comfsm.fm/jobs/HRdocs/employment08.pdf ); 
3. A current resume which includes personal email address and cellular phone number;
4. Copies academic diploma or college transcripts;
5. A minimum of three professional reference letters;
6. Copy of valid driver’s license; and
7. Court/police clearance not more than 6 months old.  

Documents are to be submitted electronically to hro@comfsm.fm (preferably as PDF attachments) or mailed to:

                                    Human Resources Office
College of Micronesia-FSM
P. O. Box 159
Pohnpei  FM  96941

 (U.S Postal Service domestic rates apply in the Federated States of Micronesia.)

Applications will be accepted until _September 29, 2017 followed by screening by the committee. Official and hard copies of college transcripts are require to be mailed directly from schools to HRO when a candidate is being considered.