Irrigation Research Agronomist

Description & Details:

The individual in this position will be responsible for leading and conducting the Agronomic Research Program at the Williston Research Extension Center (WREC). The incumbent will collaborate closely with other research agronomists at the center, with a strong emphasis on irrigated crop research. This represents the largest research program on the station, providing critical information to support crop production and cultivar development in northwest North Dakota.

The ideal candidate will continue to help develop a regionally and nationally recognized applied crop production and agronomic research program for northwest North Dakota by disseminating research findings, fostering collaboration and providing leadership to support program success. The ability to operate, maintain, and repair field equipment, irrigation equipment and laboratory equipment to ensure a safe and reliable research program is needed.

Scope of work includes chemical applications and a seasonal outdoor working environment.

Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm. During planting and harvest season there will be longer days in the field.

$70,000.00 to $90,000.00 DOE.

• Master of Science degree in an Agriculture related field
• Experience in applied agronomic research such as crop management, cultivar evaluation, irrigation, or weed management
• Demonstrated ability to collect, manage, and analyze field research data
• Effective written and oral communication skills, including evidence of presenting research findings or extension information
• Proficiently and safely operate field, irrigation and laboratory equipment
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a multi-disciplinary team
• North Dakota Commercial Pesticide Applicator License; or the ability to obtain one
• Valid U.S. driver's license; or the ability to obtain one

• Ph.D. in an Agricultural related field
• Experience conducting field research under semi-arid or northern Great Plains conditions
• Experience operating, maintaining, repairing, and calibrating field, irrigation, and laboratory equipment to include:
  Tractors, planters, combines, chemical sprayers, irrigation systems and lab instruments
• Demonstrated success in securing competitive research funding or grants
• Experience in statistical analysis and use of data management software such as R, SAS or similar
• Record of peer-reviewed or extension publications
• Experience collaborating with the Ag Industry, producers and/or Extension personnel
• Supervisory or mentoring experience with research staff or students
• Experience managing research budgets or field operations

• Experience in applied agronomic research such as crop management, cultivar evaluation, irrigation, or weed management
• Demonstrated ability to collect, manage, and analyze field research data
• Effective written and oral communication skills, including evidence of presenting research findings or extension information
• The ability to work independently and as a part of a multi-disciplinary team

• Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
• Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
• Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
• Superb Retirement Plan with employer contributions ranging from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
• Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
• Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional benefits include Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C.
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This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

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