Agronomist

Lamwork; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamwork is seeking an Agronomist based in the United States to bridge agricultural research with practical on-farm production. The role involves farm visits, crop protection and nutrition programs, and supporting sales teams.

The ideal candidate will analyze crop field conditions, manage grower contracts, and oversee experimental trial plots, translating results into actionable guidance. Certification in agronomy is a plus. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze crop field conditions and prescribe timely protection and nutrition programs to improve yield.
• Conduct farm calls with district sales teams to evaluate variety performance and provide localized agronomic advice.
• Manage grower contracts across an assigned territory.
• Oversee experimental trial plots and translate results into product positioning guidance.
• Coordinate applied research plot placements and maintain accurate agronomic records.

Skills

Integrated Pest Management protocols

Crop nutrition program design

Seed variety evaluation

Precision agriculture data tools

Agronomic record‑keeping and CRM systems

Communication

Problem-solving

Relationship management

Attention to detail

Organization

Job description

Overview

An Agronomist is a field-based crop science specialist who bridges agricultural research with practical on-farm production. The role involves farm visits, crop protection and nutrition programs, grower contract management, and technical support for sales teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze crop field conditions and prescribe timely protection and nutrition programs to improve yield.
• Conduct farm calls with district sales teams to evaluate variety performance and provide localized agronomic advice.
• Manage grower contracts across an assigned territory, including acreage allocations, tier calculations, and delivery scheduling.
• Oversee experimental trial plots and translate results into product positioning guidance for sales force training.
• Coordinate applied research plot placements and maintain accurate agronomic records to support grower reporting.

Required Skills

• Integrated Pest Management protocols
• Crop nutrition program design
• Seed variety evaluation
• Precision agriculture data tools
• Agronomic record‑keeping and CRM systems
• Communication, problem‑solving, relationship management, attention to detail, and organization

Career Progression

Typical advancement includes progressing to a Regional Agronomy Manager after 5–8 years of consistent grower‑facing experience and proven territory management.

Certifications

• Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) – industry standard
• Certified Professional Agronomist (CPAg)
• Pest Control Advisor License (PCA)
• Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS)