Postdoctoral Researcher: Crop Science & Field Trials

Montana State University; Sidney (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University’s Eastern Agricultural Research Center in Sidney, MT seeks a PhD-level scientist to lead field, greenhouse, and lab research on dry bean and oilseed crops. Responsibilities include designing field trials, collecting samples, processing data, and writing manuscripts, with occasional travel to support projects.

Strong communication, teamwork, and independent judgment are expected, along with the ability to prioritize duties and manage time effectively.

Qualifications

• Ph.D in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Sciences, or closely related disciplines.
• Experience in growing crops and managing pests, especially for oilseed crops.
• Experienced in measuring, collecting, and recording responsive variables in soil and plant tissue.
• Experienced in use of word processing, spreadsheet, and statistical software.

Responsibilities

• Organizing field trials.
• Planting field plots.
• Applying fertilizer and controlling weeds.
• Collecting soil and plant samples.
• Processing soil and plant samples in the lab.
• Measuring grain quality parameters in the lab.
• Recording and analyzing data.
• Writing manuscripts and reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Prioritization

Education

Ph.D in Agronomy/Crop Science/Soil Sciences

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Statistical software

Job description

Montana State University’s Eastern Agricultural Research Center in Sidney, MT seeks a PhD-level scientist to lead field, greenhouse, and lab research on dry bean and oilseed crops. Responsibilities include designing field trials, collecting samples, processing data, and writing manuscripts, with occasional travel to support projects.

Strong communication, teamwork, and independent judgment are expected, along with the ability to prioritize duties and manage time effectively.