Graduate Research Assistant

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University seeks a Graduate Research Assistant in Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences to support faculty-led research on agricultural productivity, soil health, and environmental sustainability. This role emphasizes original research under supervision while pursuing a graduate degree.

This is a pooled posting; applications may be reviewed as positions become available. The role involves data collection, analysis, and field/lab activities across diverse projects in soils and crops.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture and the ability to perform in the field and/or lab.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research activities aligned with the graduate degree program
• Design and conduct field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments
• Assist with ongoing and related research projects as assigned
• Collect, manage, organize, and analyze agronomic and environmental data using appropriate quantitative and analytical methods
• Operate and assist with scientific instruments, including soil sensors, analytical laboratory equipment, and GIS‑based tools
• Prepare written reports, summaries, and documentation of research findings
• Contribute to the preparation of outreach materials and assist with field days and demonstrations
• Help translate scientific findings into practical recommendations for research and outreach purposes
• Maintain laboratory spaces, equipment, and supplies to support research activities
• Work independently and collaboratively with faculty, staff, and multidisciplinary research teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Job description

Overview

A Graduate Research Assistant in Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences supports faculty-led research focused on improving agricultural productivity, soil health, and environmental sustainability. This role supports research in sustainable crop and soil management through data collection and analysis, and experimental activities.

Primary responsibility of a Graduate Research Assistant is to engage in original, professional-level research under a faculty member’s supervision in the course of obtaining a graduate degree.

This is a pooled posting. Applicants will be considered as positions become available. Applications may be at the "Under Review" status for an extended period of time.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research activities aligned with the graduate degree program
• Design and conduct field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments
• Assist with ongoing and related research projects as assigned
• Collect, manage, organize, and analyze agronomic and environmental data using appropriate quantitative and analytical methods
• Operate and assist with scientific instruments, including soil sensors, analytical laboratory equipment, and GIS‑based tools
• Prepare written reports, summaries, and documentation of research findings
• Contribute to the preparation of outreach materials and assist with field days and demonstrations
• Help translate scientific findings into practical recommendations for research and outreach purposes
• Maintain laboratory spaces, equipment, and supplies to support research activities
• Work independently and collaboratively with faculty, staff, and multidisciplinary research teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field
• Currently enrolled as an Auburn University graduate student

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture and the ability to perform in the field and/or lab.

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