Iowa State University
Location
Ames, IA | United States
Job description
This position works at the Horticulture Research Station and Hinds Memorial Irrigation Farm to conduct field research experiments related to vegetable and fruit crop production. The Horticulture Research Station supports the faculty, staff and students at ISU to enable their field research experiments.
This position will be responsible for interfacing and facilitating research that scientists on campus conduct at the Horticulture Research Station. The position ensures that research is executed according to the scientists’ protocols in a timely and effective manner. Duties will include field level research, including working with and maintaining agriculture machinery and equipment for research scale plots for planting, crop management and harvest. The incumbent will also manage field experiments, including appropriate mechanical and chemical measures, to obtain high quality experimental data, data collection, data management and analysis using handheld devices and commercial software. The incumbent will train, mentor, and supervise student interns in fruit and vegetable production for ISU community, campus dining, and Reiman Gardens. The incumbent will be expected to modify procedures to meet specific research experiment needs and train, supervise staff and students on the use of the equipment.
The successful candidate will have excellent written and interpersonal communication skills to assist in report preparation and to effectively interact with and inform faculty, staff, graduate students, undergraduate student employees, and collaborators. The candidate will be able to direct and guide employees and cooperators, be detailed-oriented, and manage multiple ongoing tasks. The candidate will also be self-motivated and capable of working independently when required. All staff members must interact collegially and professionally and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethics.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
Level Guidelines
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
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