Senior Research Associate

Job TitleSenior Research AssociateAgencyTexas A&M Agrilife ResearchDepartmentSoil & Crop SciencesProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationCollege Station, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionAbout 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 InformationResponsibilities:-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 package 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 Applicant Instructions Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.  Required Documents CV/ Resume Cover letter List of references Certifications/additional documentationAll 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 of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.