Research Associate Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate degree in Agronomy or a related field.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and record-keeping skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and use software tools for data collection and analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to work extended hours outdoors during the entire growing season.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet MVR guidelines.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to travel 40 nights per year, including occasional weekends.
• Ability to work safely outdoors, around agricultural equipment, and in varying weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Prior experience in agricultural research or field operations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in seed packaging, planting, pollinating, note taking, harvest, and shelling.
• Maintain accurate seed inventory and ensure proper storage of seed stocks.
• Support field experiment setup and execution, including site preparation, planting, scouting, spraying, and timely harvest.
• Operate field research equipment such as planters, sprayers, and combines.
• Supervise and train seasonal employees to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Adhere to and promote company safety standards and protocols.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving research quality standards and data integrity.
• Represent the company and research team positively in interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, eligible from the first of the month following date of hire.
• Generous vacation time and paid holidays.
• Volunteer Time Off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health Club reimbursement.
• Company-paid long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance and optional supplemental life insurance.
• Health savings account (HSA) with a company contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).