Pay is $25 an hour, up to 8 hours a week. Job Description/SummaryTo provide oversight and management of the medicine garden. Work collaboratively with the botanical medicine department to provide plant material for the botanical labs. Grow medicinal plants in order to continuously promote botanical medicine and provide learning opportunities for the Sonoran University students. Work with the botanical medicine department and facilities to develop the botanical garden and showcase medicinal plants.
- Maintain a positive work environment by conducting oneself and communicating in a manner that is conducive to promoting an atmosphere of cooperation with students, patients, peers, faculty and administration.
- Provide leadership and oversight responsibilities as it relates to the special nature of growing medicinal plants. This includes manual irrigation, maintenance of watering schedules, establishment of new plants, design and guidance for planting, plant selection, fertilizing, harvesting, garbling, pruning, processing, storage, transplanting, maintaining seed bank and inventory and maintenance of tools.
- As supervisor, you will be responsible for the coordination and delegation of tasks throughout the year supervising lead gardener, assistant gardeners, Sonoran University students and volunteers from the community at large. This coordination includes large group projects including semi-annual re-plantings and visits to growers and nurseries state-wide. Work with garden staff to plan fall and spring plantings. Solicitation of volunteers in an on-going fashion throughout the year as well as creation of weekly and monthly task lists for garden workers and volunteers.
- As educator, provide experiential, hands-on training to lead and assistant gardeners, Sonoran University students, and volunteers related to growing, caring for and harvesting medicinal plants. Work with lead gardener to create learning activities for Sonoran University students with plant materials harvested from the medicinal garden. These can be scheduled based on availability of harvest materials.
- Communicate with the botanical medicine department in order to grow and harvest plant materials needed for the medicine-making lab, provide updated list of plants growing in the medicinal garden, discuss and coordinate budget and discuss plant/seed selection for fall and spring plantings.
- Share knowledge and experience with visitors to the garden and coordinate garden tours with garden staff if requested.
Experience Required:At least 5 years of gardening, working with medicinal plants. Supervisory experience strongly recommended.
Broad knowledge of materia medica of North American and Southwestern medicinal plants and knowledge of desert environment regarding adaptation to planting in this area. Life cycle, botany, plant identification, cultivation techniques, resource and networking capacity with growers and suppliers, educational training and knowledge, supervisory skills, gardening, and cultivation experience; broad knowledge of botanical medicine and applications. Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling of up to 25 pounds. Ability to work outside throughout the year. Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts. Communicate to perform essential functions.
Background/Screening: All candidates offered a position at SONORAN UNIVERSITY undergo a background and drug screen prior to hire. All employees must show documentation of vaccinations or provide titer results for measles prior to first day of work (unless religious or medical exemption is on file). Employment is contingent upon satisfactory outcome of all screens required of this position.
SONORAN UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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About Sonoran University:Sonoran University of Health Sciences is a non-profit and internationally recognized higher education institution dedicated to shaping a healthier future. Guided by our mission to support students as they train to excel as healthcare professionals, enhance the health and wellbeing of our patients and communities, and discover effective treatments grounded in the healing power of nature. We uphold our core values:
We shape the future, we love, we achieve excellence, we are resilient, and we do the right thing.
The University's College of Naturopathic Medicine, College of Nutrition, and School of Mental Health offer evidence-based programs designed to shape a healthier tomorrow by preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.
To serve the University's mission, the Sage Foundation for Health supports several Community Clinics focused on providing free naturopathic medical care to local underserved communities within the Phoenix Metro area. The College of Nutrition's Virtual Center for Personalized Nutrition aims to eliminate traditional barriers to nutritional care by providing personalized and evidence-based care delivered at no cost via telehealth.
The Ric Scalzo Institute for Botanical Research is a state-of-the-art molecular biology/phytochemistry laboratory seeks to improve therapies for global health concerns by exploring traditional medicine at the cellular, molecular, and cultural level to create novel botanical solutions that support people, plants, and planet.
The University's Clinical Care branch operates two open-to-the-public clinics at the Tempe Campus. The Medical Center provides naturopathic healthcare for a wide range of patients including but not limited to; family medicine, nutrition and digestive health, mental health and well-being, dermatologic conditions, endocrine and auto-immune concerns, and acute symptoms. The Neil Riordan Center for Regenerative Medicine focuses on non-opioid solutions to pain and pain management utilizing treatments ranging from cupping and acupuncture to regenerative injection therapies. The Medicinary is the largest natural pharmacy in Arizona, offering an expansive collection of the highest quality, professional-grade supplements, herbs, and natural health products. Every purchase made at the Medicinary helps support the Sage Foundation and its mission to provide free healthcare to those in need.
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Benefits:At Sonoran University, we achieve excellence and shape the future by fostering a workplace where you can thrive and grow!
Our benefits go above and beyond to support your health, happiness, and lifestyle.
Qualifying employees enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation time, 12 paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with a discretionary match, and employer-sponsored life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage.
Every team member benefits from paid sick time, access to Aflac, and exclusive perks like free office visits at our Medical Center and Neil Riordan Center, plus discounts at the largest medicinary in the Southwest - with shipping available!
Enjoy delicious savings at Early Bird Vegan, our onsite café, or unwind in our fully equipped employee breakroom with a full kitchen, coffee, and new snacks every month.
Prioritize your wellness with free personalized nutritional care, a yoga studio, a fitness center, and covered parking.
Explore a wealth of knowledge in our library, rock your Sonoran pride on Casual Wednesdays, and be celebrated through Bonusly, our employee recognition program packed with gift cards and prizes.
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This is a part time position - up to 8 hours a week, $25/hour.
