Assistant Scientist

Kansas State UniversityColby, KS, United States

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About This Role :

The Northwest Extension Agronomy program at the Kansas State University Northwest Research-Extension Center at Colby, Kansas is looking for an Assistant Scientist. This person will be an integral part in conducting applied research of practical relevance to farmers in the Great Plains. The successful candidate will provide day-to-day leadership in conducting field operations; use, maintain, repair, and fabricate agricultural machinery; and play a critical role in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of high quality data.

What You'll Need to Succeed :

Minimum Qualifications :

B.S. in Agronomy or related

Preferred Requirements :

M.S. or Ph.D. in agronomy or related field (significant experience in the agricultural industry may be substituted.)

Knowledge of agronomy / crop production

Experience with farm machinery

Experience with general farming operations

Mechanical aptitude in maintenance

Repair and fabrication of machinery

Experience with field experimentation

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience with data analysis and reporting

Experience in preparing scientific reports

Other Requirements :

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

Valid drivers license upon employment. Within 4 months of employment, obtain a commercial applicators license with Class 1A and 10 endorsements

How to Apply :

Please submit the following documents :

Letter of interest, resume' and contact information of three professional references

Application Window :

Applications will close on December 31, 2025

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range :

$36,965 - $61,590

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Scientist • Colby, KS, United States