Job description

This position provides technical support to the Agronomy Research Project at the SARC in Huntley, MT.

Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and interpretation of applied agronomic field research conducted at the Southern Agricultural Research Center (SARC) under the direction of the Superintendent.
Primary research areas include regional and statewide germplasm evaluations in coordination with the spring wheat, winter wheat, barley, and pulse breeders on the main MSU campus at Bozeman.
Other research may include establishing and managing research plots in coordination with plant pathologists, plant nutrient specialists, and cropping systems specialists on and off-station at SARC.
Perform analysis of experimental data, summarization and interpretation of research results, and work with the superintendent and appropriate plant breeding programs for annual publication of results.
Maintain plot and related scientific equipment and supplies.
Supervise part-time and/or seasonal employees.
Communicate research findings with faculty, staff, and the agricultural community.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Bachelor’s degree with experience in agricultural research or production.
Demonstrated ability to plan, design, and implement field research, and interpret research results using accepted scientific methodology.
Experience with the basic operation, maintenance, and repair of field plot equipment.
Experience in collecting, recording, and analysis of field data.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Agricultural research experience.
M.S. in agronomy or closely related field.
Academic and/or production experience with dryland and irrigated crops common to the intermountain regions of the western United States.
Experience with surface (ditch and/or gated pipe) irrigation systems.
Experience with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, and Statistical Analysis (SAS or R Software).
Journal and/or grant writing experience.

The Successful Candidate Will
Work in harmony with a diverse group of people.
Exercise good judgement.
Have good communication skills.
Have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with co-workers in a team-oriented environment.
Represent SARC and its programs in a professional and courteous manner.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
Must possess or obtain a valid state of Montana Driver’s license within 6 months of date of hire and have an acceptable driving record (less than 12 points).
Must possess or obtain a State of Montana Certified Government Pesticide Applicator’s License within 6 months of date of hire.
Occasional work outside of regular office hours may be required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but is a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands
Must be able to enter, exit and operate numerous types of farm equipment; requires working around loud machinery.
Must be able to maneuver items weighing up to 60 pounds.
Some tasks will require repetitive movements and may remain in a stationary position for extensive periods of time.
Must be able to work with and around dust, pollen-bearing plants, and pesticides.
Must be able to wear a respirator and other safety equipment.
Must be able to occasionally work in extreme weather conditions.

This position has supervisory duties? Yes
Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date

Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on March 20, 2023; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions
Diversity Statement

Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html

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