Field Research Assistant, Crop Science (6-Month)

Opportunita; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Lincoln is seeking a full-time Research Assistant for a six-month fixed-term role focused on crop science. You will help generate nitrogen datasets for winter wheat to improve nitrogen use efficiency, with responsibilities spanning data collection and sample processing across national field trials.

Applicants should hold a degree in crop science or agronomy, with experience in handling and analysing crop samples (preferably wheat).

Qualifications

• Degree in crop science or agronomy or related discipline.
• Experience handling and analysing crop samples, preferably wheat.
• Willingness to assist in field sampling campaigns and liaise with PDRAs.

Responsibilities

• Collect crop data from national field trials.
• Process and analyse crop samples.
• Liaise with PDRAs and assist in field campaigns.

Skills

Crop science

Agronomy

Field data collection

Sample handling

Education

Degree in crop science or agronomy

Job description

The University of Lincoln is seeking a full-time Research Assistant for a six-month fixed-term role focused on crop science. You will help generate nitrogen datasets for winter wheat to improve nitrogen use efficiency, with responsibilities spanning data collection and sample processing across national field trials.

Applicants should hold a degree in crop science or agronomy, with experience in handling and analysing crop samples (preferably wheat).