Agricultural Drone Field Research Assistant

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Auburn University’s College of Agriculture invites applications for a Research Assistant/Associate to support an agricultural drone project in the Department of Crop, Soil & Environmental Sciences. The role involves assisting with spray trials, managing the drone fleet, and supporting field research to address real-world agricultural challenges.

Levels of experience vary from entry to advanced, with degree requirements and substitutions described.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for Research Assistant at start of employment.
• Master's degree required for Research Associate at start of employment.
• Substitutions allowed: one year education per year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project team spray trials.
• Manage drone fleet.
• Repair drones.
• Conduct field studies.
• Manage project progress and data.
• Organize drone events.
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate student workers in the field.
• Attend professional conferences and promote AU studies and project team to generate national and international impact.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Breeding, or closely related field

Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Breeding, or closely related field

Job description

Auburn University’s College of Agriculture invites applications for a Research Assistant/Associate to support an agricultural drone project in the Department of Crop, Soil & Environmental Sciences. The role involves assisting with spray trials, managing the drone fleet, and supporting field research to address real-world agricultural challenges.

Levels of experience vary from entry to advanced, with degree requirements and substitutions described.