Field Research Technician - Agriculture Data & Sensors

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Yuma (AZ); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability programs

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition reduction

Job summary

University of Arizona is seeking a Research Technician I to assist with installing and maintaining field monitoring equipment across multiple cropping systems in Yuma, AZ. The role involves supporting irrigation activities, crop sampling, data collection, and coordinating field records under faculty supervision.

The position is an Extended Temporary Employment with regular travel to university research facilities and cooperating farms in Yuma County. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive per University Fleet Safety Policy.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot eddy covariance systems and related equipment.
• Support inspections, maintenance, calibration records, and field notes.
• Develop field research across multiple cropping systems including irrigation treatments.
• Maintain irrigation and field records; assist with irrigation operations.

Skills

Agricultural field research

Irrigation management

Sensor installation & maintenance

Data collection & records

Field travel

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Field sensors

Weather stations

Data loggers

Job description

University of Arizona is seeking a Research Technician I to assist with installing and maintaining field monitoring equipment across multiple cropping systems in Yuma, AZ. The role involves supporting irrigation activities, crop sampling, data collection, and coordinating field records under faculty supervision.

The position is an Extended Temporary Employment with regular travel to university research facilities and cooperating farms in Yuma County. Visa sponsorship is not available.