Field Tech & Research Assistant — AgTech & Drones

MSU - Michigan State University; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University’s FarmTECH Field Technician role in Benton Harbor, MI supports setting up, operating, and evaluating emerging agricultural technologies while collecting data at MSU sites and on commercial farms. You will help run data collection and assist with project demonstrations.

Requirements include a four-year degree in Agriculture or related science, the ability to obtain a restricted-use pesticide certification within 6 months, and FAA Part 107 drone certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related science field.
• Experience with laboratory procedures and data collection is a plus.
• Familiarity with agricultural technologies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up, operating, and evaluating emerging agricultural technologies.
• Collect data at MSU research sites and on commercial farms.
• Support technology demonstrations and grower events.
• Develop Extension, educational, and marketing materials.

Skills

Data collection

Field research

Tech evaluation

Grower collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field

Tools

Drone operation

Sensors

Field equipment

Job description

Michigan State University’s FarmTECH Field Technician role in Benton Harbor, MI supports setting up, operating, and evaluating emerging agricultural technologies while collecting data at MSU sites and on commercial farms. You will help run data collection and assist with project demonstrations.

Requirements include a four-year degree in Agriculture or related science, the ability to obtain a restricted-use pesticide certification within 6 months, and FAA Part 107 drone certification.