Agriculture Research Specialist
Posting Details Job Title Agriculture Research SpecialistRequisition Number RE40696Working TitleDepartment Name 81060:
PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCESWork Location Lexington, KYGrade Level 44Salary Range $43,361-69,383/yearType of Position StaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education MSClick here for more information about equivalencies:
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Physical Requirements Extended periods of sitting and standing.
Intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs.
Intermittent risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job.
Shift Typically Monday through Friday; 8:
00AM-5:
00PM; dependent on weather conditions as work is performed mostly outside.
Job Summary The Department of Plant and soil Sciences in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment works towards developing sustainable food and crop production practices in Kentucky.
Corn, soybean and wheat account for roughly 45% of annual agriculture cash receipts in Kentucky.
The Agriculture Research Specialist is key to the development, establishment, maintenance, data analysis and summaries of grain crops research as it supports grain crops extension efforts.
Responsibilities will include involvement in designing, establishing, and maintaining grain crops research conducted throughout Kentucky; analyzing data with appropriate statistical methods and summarizing research reports; developing tables and figures to effectively communicate research findings; coordinating research efforts with other faculty, staff, graduate students and undergraduate students involved in both research and extension.
Please click here to find out more about the department of Plant and Soil Sciences.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Word, Excel, Powerpoint, SAS (data analysis), Sigma Plot, and SiteMate ( GPS ).
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience Driver's license preferred.
Deadline to Apply 08/14/2023University Community of Inclusion The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance.
We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.
We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live.
In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.
These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Recommended Skills Data Analysis Gps Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Sas (Software) Microsoft Power Point Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCESWork Location Lexington, KYGrade Level 44Salary Range $43,361-69,383/yearType of Position StaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education MSClick here for more information about equivalencies:
https:
//hr.
uky.
edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 2 yrsRequired License/Registration/Certification None.
Physical Requirements Extended periods of sitting and standing.
Intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs.
Intermittent risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job.
Shift Typically Monday through Friday; 8:
00AM-5:
00PM; dependent on weather conditions as work is performed mostly outside.
Job Summary The Department of Plant and soil Sciences in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment works towards developing sustainable food and crop production practices in Kentucky.
Corn, soybean and wheat account for roughly 45% of annual agriculture cash receipts in Kentucky.
The Agriculture Research Specialist is key to the development, establishment, maintenance, data analysis and summaries of grain crops research as it supports grain crops extension efforts.
Responsibilities will include involvement in designing, establishing, and maintaining grain crops research conducted throughout Kentucky; analyzing data with appropriate statistical methods and summarizing research reports; developing tables and figures to effectively communicate research findings; coordinating research efforts with other faculty, staff, graduate students and undergraduate students involved in both research and extension.
Please click here to find out more about the department of Plant and Soil Sciences.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Word, Excel, Powerpoint, SAS (data analysis), Sigma Plot, and SiteMate ( GPS ).
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience Driver's license preferred.
Deadline to Apply 08/14/2023University Community of Inclusion The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance.
We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.
We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live.
In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.
These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Recommended Skills Data Analysis Gps Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Sas (Software) Microsoft Power Point Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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