Program Associate

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Type of Position:
Research

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees.  The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture.  The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.  As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. 

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Department:
Crop Physiology

Department’s Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The individual will be responsible for planning and coordinating field and lab activities independently, performing data collection and analytics, and ensuring data quality control. The individual will assist in designing field and growth chamber experiments to address research questions and summarizing research findings through technical reports. Field activities include but are not limited to planting, in-season soil and plant biomass sampling and processing, plot maintenance, note-taking and harvest. The Program Associate will train and supervise daily activities of students and hourly workers, maintain Lab supplies, equipment, and chemicals, and ensure the efficient running of the data collection pipeline of multiple research experiments. The Program Associate will be expected to communicate and collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders as needed to effectively contribute to the goals and objectives of the Crop Physiology and Climate Change research program and results dissemination.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences or related field with three years of relevant professional experience, or a Master’s degree in agricultural sciences or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with field experimentation, data analytics and good communication skills are highly desirable. Experience in operating drones and imagery processing is preferred.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Daniela Kidd- [email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Motor Vehicle Reports Check

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.  The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.  Required checks are identified in the position listing.  A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.  Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. 

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Driving, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting

Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting, Pushing, Repetitive Motion

Benefits Eligible:
Yes