Part-time Forage Crop Systems Research Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, US
On-site
Compile research data
Screen data quality
Conduct preliminary analysis
The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a part-time Forage Crop Systems Research Assistant to assist with research data compilation, field experiments, and publication efforts within the Department of Plant Science. Ideal candidates should have a master's degree in relevant fields and experience with farm equipment and fieldwork

Job Summary

  • The Forage Crop Systems Laboratory seeks an hourly-waged part-time research assistant within the Department of Plant Science at The Pennsylvania State University.
  • The research assistant will focus on the Stubble Height project conclusion with one journal article published and will then focus on historical data from all forage variety trials at Penn State.
  • The research assistant will support the implementation of agronomic and ecological field experiments on perennial forage crops and annual cover crops.

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The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a part-time Forage Crop Systems Research Assistant to assist with research data compilation, field experiments, and publication efforts within the Department of Plant Science. Ideal candidates should have a master's degree in relevant fields and experience with farm equipment and fieldwork.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Compile research data
  • Screen data quality
  • Conduct preliminary analysis
  • Conduct literature review
  • Implement agronomic field experiments
  • Collect data by measurement and sampling
  • Prepare plant tissue and soil samples

Nice-to-have

  • Support NESARE funding application
  • Organize brainstorming meetings
  • Assist with project planning
  • Assist with proposal construction

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in agronomy, animal science, plant science, soil science, biology, agriculture, bioengineering, biotechnology, microbiology, or a related field
  • Experience with farm equipment and fieldwork is desired
  • Valid driver's license

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