Agricultural Research Specialist

3 weeks ago


Colby, Kansas, United States Kansas State University Full time

The Kansas State University Northwest Research-Extension Center at Colby, Kansas is seeking a highly skilled Research Agronomist to join their team.

This individual will play a crucial role in conducting applied research of practical relevance to farmers across the High Plains.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and conducting field operations such as planting, harvesting, irrigation, and application; using, maintaining, repairing, and fabricating agricultural machinery; and assisting in the collection of high-quality agronomic data.

A Bachelor's degree in agronomy or a related field is required, and significant experience in the agricultural industry may be substituted.

  • Experience with general farming operations including planting, harvesting, tillage, and pesticide application.
  • Mechanical aptitude in the maintenance, repair, and fabrication of machinery.
  • Experience with field experimentation.
  • Basic computer skills such as spreadsheet, word processor, and email.

Within 4 months of employment, the candidate is expected to obtain a commercial applicators license with Class 1A and 10 endorsements.

A CDL driver's license is not necessary at this time, but the candidate may be required to obtain one in the future.

The salary for this position is $17-$27/hour, which includes the State of Kansas benefit package (health, dental, vision, retirement, paid annual leave, and sick leave).



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