Senior Research Associate

Responsibilities

• -Design, plan, conduct and coordinate field preparation, planting, cultivation and harvesting operations.
• Determines the needs of pesticide and fertilizer and their application programs.
• -Evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques of the research; keep detailed records of data collection from field experiments .
• -Supervise undergraduate students during field operations.
• -Establish, Install, maintain, operate and/or repair agricultural equipment including tractors, planters, cultivators, harvesters and irrigation system management.
• -Performs other duties as assigned.
• Required Qualifications:
• -Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agricultural Engineering, Plant Science, or related field.
• -Four years of related professional experience.
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of crop production practices and agronomy principles.
• -Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment.
• -Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks. Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others.
• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• -Field research experience with cotton or row crop production.
• -Experience operating agricultural equipment including tractors and field implements.
• -Agricultural equipment maintenance and repair experience.
• -Irrigation system design, installation, and management experience.
• -GPS and precision agriculture technology experience.
• -Supervisory or training experience with student workers.
• Required Licenses or Certifications:
• -Pesticide application certification or willingness to obtain within 3 months of start date) a Texas Noncommercial Political Subdivision (NCPS) Pesticide Applicator License.
• Preferred Licenses or Certifications:
• -Ability to obtain valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Other Requirements:
• Individual must be able to work under adverse outdoor conditions including high heat, humidity, and variable weather.
• -Ability to lift and carry heavy objects greater than 50 lbs.
• -Ability to work closely with cotton fiber, agricultural chemicals, or plant materials.
• What You Need to Know
• Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate's qualifications.
• Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?
• When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.
• In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit pack age including the following:
• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
• Applica nt Instructions
• Required D ocuments
• CV/ Resume
• Cover letter
• List of references
• Certifications/additional documentation
• All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion

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Additional Information

Job Title Senior Research Associate Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Soil & Crop Sciences Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description About Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation's largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world! Position Information

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