Agricultural Research Specialist

2 weeks ago


Blackstone, Massachusetts, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Summary

This position is located at the Southern Piedmont Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Blackstone, Virginia. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating, collecting, analyzing, and transferring research data, as well as managing daily field, greenhouse, and laboratory research activities and Center operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Generate, collect, analyze, and transfer research data
  • Manage daily field, greenhouse, and laboratory research activities and Center operations
  • Interact with project leaders and the farm manager to initiate experiments, establish research protocols, and integrate research projects into the total research program of the Center
  • Occasionally work beyond the normal work schedule and may be required to travel within the state to perform necessary tasks at offsite locations
Requirements
  • Working knowledge of agricultural research techniques and procedures
  • Experience operating agricultural and/or research equipment and vehicles
  • Working knowledge of and abilities in production agriculture sufficient to project sound judgment into a research setting
  • Demonstrated appreciation and concern for precision, thoroughness, timeliness, and total disclosure in research activities
  • Experience with managing and training subordinates and peers
  • Knowledge of agricultural disease and pest identification
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse clientele base
  • Ability to work outside in various weather conditions
Preferred Qualifications
  • Associates or BS degree in Agriculture, Biology, Horticulture, or related area or equivalent training and experience in production agriculture and/or agricultural research
  • Experience in tobacco, forage, grains, soybean, and/or ruminant livestock production
  • Private and/or commercial pesticide applicators license
Working Conditions

The successful candidate will be required to work in a fast-paced research environment and may be required to work outside in various weather conditions. The position may also require occasional travel within the state to perform necessary tasks at offsite locations.

About Virginia Tech

Virginia Tech is a comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight colleges and a graduate school. Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually and is a leading global research institution.



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