Research Assistant/ Associate

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the College of Agriculture at Auburn University as a Research Assistant/Associate and help shape the future of agricultural innovation. The individual in this position will assist with Auburn's agricultural drone project within the Department of Crop, Soil & Environmental Sciences, supporting research efforts that leverage emerging technologies to address real-world agricultural challenges.

Requirements

Research Assistant: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Breeding, or closely related field at the time employment begins.
Research Assistant Level II: 2 years of experience in research practices and protocols.
Research Assistant Level III: 4 years of experience in research practices and protocols.
Research Assistant Level IV: 6 years of experience in research practices and protocols.
Research Associate: Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Breeding, or closely related field at the time employment begins.
Research Associate Level II: 2 years of experience in research practices and protocols.
Research Associate Level III: 4 years of experience in research practices and protocols.
Research Associate Level IV: 6 years of experience in research practices and protocols.
Successful candidate is expected to obtain Alabama commercial pesticide license-D&R category and FAA part 107 remote pilot license within 3 months of employment.
Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one prior to selection.

Nice To Haves

Field applied research in pesticide applications and crop production
Working experience in ag drone and remote sensing
Data management and analysis skills

Responsibilities

Assist with project team spray trials.
Manage drone fleet.
Repair drones.
Conduct field studies.
Manage project progress and data.
Organize drone events.
Supervise undergraduate and graduate student workers in the field.
Attend professional conferences, expos, and tradeshows and promote AU studies and project team to generate national and international impact.