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Field Research Assistant

  • US-IA - Johnston
  • Administrative/Clerical
  • Fortune 500 Clients
  • 9/16/2026 3:58:13 PM
About Acro

Acro Service Corp. (Acro) is a one of the largest U.S. staffing firms providing professional, engineering and IT staff augmentation and project outsourcing services. Since its inception in 1982, Acro has been the preferred service provider to numerous Fortune 500 companies and government entities nationwide. With 28 offices in the U.S. and additional offices in the U.K., Canada and India the company ranks among the nation’s top-firms in its industry.

Job Description
Pay Range 20 to 24

We are seeking a Field Research Assistant to join the company, a premier supplier, in Johnston, IA.
While working in this clean, climate-controlled facility you will have the opportunity to be directly involved in the evolution of the industry. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits options (medical insurance with BlueCross and BlueShield, 401k through Principal Financial and more!).  Come work for a company that has been consistently recognized among the Best & Brightest Companies to Work For. Immediate interviews are available, apply today!

•	With guidance from the supervisor and following established protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), the technical assistant will perform a wide range of tasks in laboratory and field or greenhouse settings supporting the regulatory science research program. 
•	They will ensure quality and integrity of samples and data and assist with day-to-day sample processing operations (sample receipt, lyophilization, grinding, weighing, distribution, inventory and retention); seed lot inventory, preparation for characterization and distribution activities (seed receipt, 
•	Inventory, sub-sampling, cleaning, treating, packet printing, filling, scanning, devitalizing, grinding, shipping, sample retention, and discard); and support other team needs including greenhouse and field data and sample collection.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all.