Senior Research Assistant - Farm

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR, US
Base: $48,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Driving tractor with implements
Operating farm machinery
Spraying fertilizer or pesticides
The successful applicant will assist the research and teaching efforts of the farm manager in areas including small plot research and general farm equipment maintenance

Job Summary

  • The successful applicant will assist the research and teaching efforts of the farm manager in areas including small plot research and general farm equipment maintenance.
  • Responsibilities include driving tractors and trucks to plow, plant, cultivate, harvest crops, and haul supplies while operating various agricultural machinery.
  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU offering a competitive environment with close interaction between students and faculty.

Matching Summary

The successful applicant will assist the research and teaching efforts of the farm manager in areas including small plot research and general farm equipment maintenance.

Salary

Base: $48,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • driving tractor with implements
  • operating farm machinery
  • spraying fertilizer or pesticides
  • maintaining farm equipment
  • overseeing planting and harvesting crews

Nice-to-have

  • experience with row crop agriculture
  • ability to work outdoors in all weather
  • strong mechanical aptitude for repairs

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma required
  • At least five years of experience necessary
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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