Program Associate - 12 MONTH

University of Arkansas System•Almaty, AR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Associate reports to the Resident Director in Charge of the Vegetable Research Station. Duties and responsibilities of the Program Associate are managing and carrying out all facets of field plot research to include equipment operation, plot planning, soil preparation, planting, spraying, irrigation, maintenance, harvesting, recording, and detailed record keeping of all activities on the Research Station. Duties involve the direct supervision of classified and seasonal hourly employees. Oversee the maintenance of equipment and facilities. Work closely with project leaders from various Departments on campus and the Cooperative Extension Service.

Requirements

B.S. Degree in Horticulture or related field plus three years of experience OR an M.S. Degree in Horticulture or related field.
Knowledge of statistical analysis of field plot data.
Must have a demonstrated ability for written and oral presentations of research work and communication skills.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Oversee the maintenance of equipment and facilities.

Responsibilities

Managing and carrying out all facets of field plot research to include equipment operation, plot planning, soil preparation, planting, spraying, irrigation, maintenance, harvesting, recording, and detailed record keeping of all activities on the Research Station.
Direct supervision of classified and seasonal hourly employees.
Oversee the maintenance of equipment and facilities.
Work closely with project leaders from various Departments on campus and the Cooperative Extension Service.