Research Farm Technician — Corn & Root Vegetable Breeding

IFSI; Town of Arlington (WI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

IFSI is seeking a Research Farm Technician based in Arlington, WI, to support the sweet corn breeding program and assist with root vegetables. The role includes leading crop management, coordinating irrigation, and executing research protocols while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Candidates should have an A.S. degree in a relevant field, experience in operating farm equipment, and strong communication skills. The position offers hourly pay between $22.00 to $27.00, with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• A.S. degree or equivalent experience in Horticulture, Crop Science, Agronomy, or a related field.
• Ability to operate and maintain farm equipment.
• Strong computer skills for data acquisition and reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead crop management for trials, including spraying and record-keeping.
• Prepare fields in spring and conduct fall cleanup.
• Coordinate irrigation needs for breeding programs.
• Assist in variety testing and data collection for breeding.

Skills

Equipment operation

Pesticide application

Data acquisition

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Communication

Education

A.S. degree in Horticulture, Crop Science or related field

Tools

Farm equipment

Job description

IFSI is seeking a Research Farm Technician based in Arlington, WI, to support the sweet corn breeding program and assist with root vegetables. The role includes leading crop management, coordinating irrigation, and executing research protocols while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Candidates should have an A.S. degree in a relevant field, experience in operating farm equipment, and strong communication skills. The position offers hourly pay between $22.00 to $27.00, with additional benefits.