On-site Field Research Assistant, Soil & Agronomy

Kansas State University; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University seeks a detail‑oriented assistant to support soil and agronomic research at the Western Kansas Research and Extension Center in Hays. You will assist in project development, data collection, analysis, and dissemination of results to stakeholders.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field, valid driver's license, and ability to perform outdoor fieldwork under varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate farm equipment.
• Preferred: master's degree in agronomy/soil science or related field.
• Experience with field research and laboratory soil analysis is desirable.
• Strong writing and numerical skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist project leader with development and implementation of field projects.
• Collect and analyze soil and agronomic data, prepare reports.
• Disseminate information from research findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Field research experience

English communication

Record keeping

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in agronomy/soil science

Master’s degree in agronomy/soil science

Tools

Pesticide applicator licenses

Job description

Kansas State University seeks a detail‑oriented assistant to support soil and agronomic research at the Western Kansas Research and Extension Center in Hays. You will assist in project development, data collection, analysis, and dissemination of results to stakeholders.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field, valid driver's license, and ability to perform outdoor fieldwork under varying weather conditions.