Agronomy Research Assistant - Field Trials & Data

Michigan State University College of Engineering; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University College of Engineering in East Lansing invites applications for a Research Assistant I in Crop Science. The role supports field trials, data collection, and stakeholder communication to advance agronomic recommendations for corn, soybean, and winter wheat.

You'll manage field activities, assist with data analysis, train student employees, and help maintain equipment and resources. The appointment is a 12-month contract with renewal based on funding and performance.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in Agronomy, Crop and Soil Sciences, or related field.
• 1–3 years of field crop, equipment operation, and research experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data management.
• Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicators license required within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day research projects and data.
• Assist with field preparation, in-season crop management, and harvesting.
• Communicate updates to program website and stakeholders.
• Assist in hiring, training, and supervising student employees.
• Maintain laboratory and field equipment and inventories.

Skills

Field work

Data collection

Data entry

Communication

Microsoft Office

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Auto-guidance systems

GPS equipment

Job description

Michigan State University College of Engineering in East Lansing invites applications for a Research Assistant I in Crop Science. The role supports field trials, data collection, and stakeholder communication to advance agronomic recommendations for corn, soybean, and winter wheat.

You'll manage field activities, assist with data analysis, train student employees, and help maintain equipment and resources. The appointment is a 12-month contract with renewal based on funding and performance.