Breeding Field Scientist & Greenhouse Lead

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University’s Department of Agronomy seeks an Assistant Scientist to manage field experiments within the breeding program. You will design trials to identify genetically superior lines for eventual release and oversee greenhouse operations as part of a cohesive program.

You will supervise 2–6 undergraduates, coordinate data collection and analysis, and support post-harvest processing of wheat samples. Collaboration with Plant Pathology for FHB screening is included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field is required.
• Experience growing plants in a greenhouse is preferred.
• Proficiency with data management and analysis is desired.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct field experiments, including randomization and data collection.
• Supervise 2-6 undergraduate students in field and greenhouse tasks.
• Oversee greenhouse operations including planting, harvesting, and pest control.
• Manage post-harvest processing and quality analysis of wheat samples.
• Oversee Fusarium head blight screening in field and greenhouse with collaborators.

Skills

Field experiments design

Greenhouse experience

Data management

Data analysis

Pest monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in plant breeding, agronomy, genetics or related field

Tools

AGROBASE

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QTL mapping techniques

Job description

Kansas State University’s Department of Agronomy seeks an Assistant Scientist to manage field experiments within the breeding program. You will design trials to identify genetically superior lines for eventual release and oversee greenhouse operations as part of a cohesive program.

You will supervise 2–6 undergraduates, coordinate data collection and analysis, and support post-harvest processing of wheat samples. Collaboration with Plant Pathology for FHB screening is included.