Research Assistant

Greenacres Foundation offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Our campuses are living classrooms, where programming can explore the natural environment, horsemanship, the arts, and generative agriculture. Whether it's an educational field trip, fun summer camps, farm-fresh products or events which blend learning and celebration, a quality experience awaits every guest. Our team at Greenacres is passionate and dedicated to our Mission and brings inspiration to all our endeavors.

Our unwavering commitment shines through in how we embrace our values
- Grace, Generative, Giving, Good Neighbor Policy, and Green
. Our team always aims for excellence, prioritizing Quality, Quality, Quality (QQQ) in every endeavor. We thrive in a collaborative environment where teamwork leads to achievements. More than a workplace, Greenacres is a career, a lifestyle and a place to wholeheartedly embrace the Mission and values set forth by our visionary Founders, Louis and Louise Nippert. Here, dedication isn't just a requirement—it's a way of life.

Our ideal candidate will be passionate about the Mission of Greenacres and our values. They will have a demonstrable education and experience in biological principles along with a passion for learning. The Research Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the development of the Greenacres Research department in accordance with the overall scope of the Greenacres Mission.

If you love getting your hands in the soil, exploring the outdoors, learning about agriculture and ecology, and enjoy making a positive impact on your community, this might be your next opportunity! The Research Assistant will work as a member of the Research department under the supervision of the Research Manager.

• Conduct field work and collect data in both agricultural and ecological environments
• Organize, input, and summarize research data
• Assist in preparing project reports, articles, and presentations
• Ensure ready access to all experimental data for the Research team
• Attend project meetings and actively contribute
• Summarize project results clearly and accurately
• Track progress of monitoring sites over time
• Travel to field sites across all Greenacres properties
• Contribute to the development of research protocols
• Safely operate field equipment as specified by study protocols
• Maintain and care for field equipment
• Engage and collaborate with community partners in Greenacres Research

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, botany
  , or another applicable scientific field
• Ability to solve problems and use critical thinking skills
• Solid grasp of data organization using spreadsheets
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience conducting fieldwork in agricultural, ecological, or environmental settings is preferred.
• Flexible, adaptable, and collaborative team player with a “
  how can I help
  ” attitude.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to perform essential job functions, including lifting up to 50 pounds and prolonged standing, walking, sitting, and working in varied indoor and outdoor environments, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Commitment to working within a functional team and collaborative culture
• Ability to successfully pass a post-offer pre-employment drug test and fingerprint FBI background screen.
• Commitment to upholding and modeling Greenacres’ core values:
  Quality, Grace, Generative, Giving, Good Neighbor Policy, and Green.

As a company, we invest in our employees in all aspects of their life. We believe that the health and welfare of yourself and your family are very important. Listed below, you will find some of our top benefits and perks.

• Generous PTO Package
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Medical Leave
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Plans
• Employer funded Simplified Employee Pension Plan
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Ongoing training, education, and industry partnerships that allow you to be up to speed on the latest innovations, technologies and processes.

Greenacres Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.