Program Associate

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

Harrisburg, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience
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Field and research activities
Data management and analysis
Extension and educational support
** The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is seeking a Program Associate to support agricultural research and extension activities. The ideal candidate will have a background in agronomy or related fields and experience in field-based research, data management, and educational material preparation. **

Job Summary

  • Assist with the design, establishment, and management of station-based and on-farm research trials.
  • Assist in developing Extension materials such as handouts, fact sheets, reports, videos, presentations, and online content.
  • Assist with procurement, supply tracking, and basic administrative documentation.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is seeking a Program Associate to support agricultural research and extension activities. The ideal candidate will have a background in agronomy or related fields and experience in field-based research, data management, and educational material preparation. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Field and research activities
  • Data management and analysis
  • Extension and educational support
  • Program coordination and administration
  • Collect and process soil and plant data

Nice-to-have

  • Work outdoors in varying conditions
  • Willingness to travel statewide
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, Crop Science, or related field plus three (3) years of relevant experience OR a related Master's degree
  • Experience conducting field-based agronomic research
  • Experience collecting and processing soil and plant samples
  • Valid driver's license

Work Rights

Not specified

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