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Department:  Research & Development
Title:  Research Assistant I
Req Number:  mons-00007497
Location(s):  Othello   WA            

Responsibilities:

Monsanto is seeking a highly motivated individual with ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary corn research team. This individual will assist in overseeing daily operations associated with a comprehensive corn breeding program aimed at developing new commercial inbred lines. Major responsibilities include planning and scheduling of activities for the program: planting of breeding nurseries, data collection and processing, pollination and harvesting. Coordinate short and mid term activities with line development team and other groups to ensure timely and efficient use of resources for the location. Participate in task-related document creation and review process, for both program related activities and overall safety of the site. Use of research equipment such as planters, combines and hand held computers for data collection. Other important functions include assisting in computer related activities, equipment maintenance and providing support for testing activities such as operation of shelling systems, seed counters and seed treaters. Actively participate in the evaluation and implementation of new technologies. Additional responsibilities include training and supervision of temporary employees, interacting with and assisting the testing team, and assisting with site safety requirements. Bi-lingual candidate who can speak conversational Spanish preferred.

Required Skills:

BS degree in agronomy, plant science, or related discipline. Familiarity with corn breeding methodologies, experimental field plot design, and corn production practices are desirable. Individual leadership with excellent written and verbal communication and people management skills, organizational and record keeping skills. Proficiency with database management and spreadsheet software is required.
Saturday work will be required seasonally at planting, pollinating and harvest.
Winter nursery travel may also be required to assist with other global projects.

Shipping Manager

Duties would include coordinating all inbound and outbound shipments, formulating blends, and inventory management.  Must have experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Our ideal candidate must be personable, organized, and show great attention to detail.  This is an entry level position that could lead to a career in sales and marketing.

Grassland Oregon offers a comfortable work environment.  Benefits include company paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee, spouse and children.  Grassland Oregon maintains a 401k program with employer match.  Salary range for this position is $35,000 to $55,000/year depending on experience.

Please email cover letter and resume to jerryhall@grasslandoregon.com

Position:          Assistant Breeder, Watermelon
Location:         Acampo, California

Responsibilities

• Participate in breeding strategy and activity planning, implementation and evaluation.  Develop and maintain a broad vision of the scientific profession, company environment, and market demands and translate market demands into breeding goals.
• Execute field, greenhouse and laboratory techniques by working hands-on, as well as, supervising technical, seasonal and/or contract laborers. 
• Manage and coordinate greenhouse operation and activities to implement small-scale production of high quality hybrid seed.
• Collect and summarize data.
• Adhere to and maintain breeding administration program established by the breeder in cooperation with the IT Application Manager. 
• Organize seed inventory and distribute seed samples according to program activities.
• Manage and execute the increase, purity testing and maintenance of breeder and foundation seed in collaboration with the breeder.
• Coordinate breeding work with, and implement information gained from the major support programs, especially the pathology and molecular marker groups.
• Act on behalf of the breeder in diverse circumstances.
• Carry out other activities and responsibilities as directed.

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Fall term: CSS 105 - Soils and Man - Part time Instructor The Department of Agricultural Sciences at Linn-Benton Community College is looking for a part time faculty to teach CSS 105 - Soils and Man during spring term 2008. This is a 3 credit Lecture scheduled M W 8:30 to 9:50. The instructor must have earned 27 graduate credits in Soil Science, Agronomy or related fields of study to teach this transfer course.

A description for Agriculture/Horticulture Transfer Program Part-Time Faculty can be found at http://www.linnbenton.edu/employment/AgHorticultureTransfer.pdf

Please contact Stefan Seiter (stefan.seiter@linnbenton.edu) if you are interested in this position.

NewFields Agricultural and Environmental Resources, LLC has an opening for an entry-level Soil Scientist in its Sacramento, California office.  NewFields AER is a specialty firm made up of Soil Scientists, Agronomists and Geospatial Solutions Consultants. We serve a vast array of clients mostly in the western US and specialize in the following areas:
 

1. Agricultural water quality and management
2. Salinity management of crop, soil and water systems
3. Geospatial and remote sensing analysis
4. Water rights assessment
5. Soil mapping and land classification
6. Assessment, remediation and stabilization of lands
7. Beneficial reuse of solids and wastewaters
8. Irrigation and drainage planning and management
9. Animal waste and nutrient management

 
The successful candidate should have at least a BS (preferably an MS) in Soil Science and/or Agronomy with education/experience in some or most of the items listed above. This position will require 20-40% travel, provides competitive compensation & benefits and a broad variety of professional work opportunities and experiences.

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SOIL SCIENTIST

Responsibilities:

1. Provide project technical support in the field and office on soil-plant-water relations and irrigation and crop production under the supervision and training of mentors and project managers. For example:
1. Conduct soils investigations and characterizations
2. Analyze data and prepare technical reports and letters.
3. Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
4. Assist with project proposal preparation and project execution.
5. Monitor/sample groundwater, surface water, waste water, soils, by-products, and crop tissue.
6. Assist in developing practical, cost-effective solutions for clients to manage their environmental and regulatory compliance objectives.
2. Develop technical reports that are sound in scientific, client,, and/or regulatory perspective.
3. Assist in the development of new and existing clients.
4. Complete high quality project deliverables on time and on budget.

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Assistant Agronomist

General Purpose of a Grower: to assist Senior Agronomist in making recommendations pertaining to fertilizer and chemical applications to both Watts Bros. crops as well as our customers (pea, corn, potatoes, onions, carrots, and vineyard).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in managing the field sampler of the peas and corn.
• Communicates with outside growers on weekly basis
• Assists in checking the status of appointed crops
• Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. 
• Responsible for reporting all unsafe activities to the Senior Agronomist
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Provides leadership through example.
• Must be willing to work long and sporadic hours during busy seasons
• Must be able to follow Federal Labels for pesticide handling and application
• Complies with all company policies, procedures, and beliefs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have an Agricultural Related degree from a two or four year college. 
• Must have and maintain a Washington State Pesticide License
• Must have and maintain a current Washington State Driver’s License
• Must have an in interest in developing a thorough knowledge of fertilizer and chemical products.
• Must have the ability to prioritize and organize tasks and assignments
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Must have general knowledge of CDMS software
• Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures, and government regulations
• Must have experience calibrating and applying chemicals through irrigation systems
• Must have the ability to communicate both orally and in written form
• Must have the ability to self manage and self start general tasks and responsibilities
• Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

EOE

The Department of Plant Sciences invites applications for an 11-month tenure-track position in Agronomy to be based at the University of Wyoming Research and Extension Center located at Powell, WY (http://uwadmnweb.uwyo.edu/uwexpstn/Powell.asp). Responsibilities of the position include research (50%), extension (40%), teaching (5%) and service (5%). The successful applicant is expected to develop an externally funded program in applied agricultural research, build an innovative extension program relevant to agriculture in northwest Wyoming, and teach an irrigation science class once every other year via outreach education technology. Recruitment and training of graduate students is expected as a part of these programs.

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The College of Natural Resources has a fulltime, tenure track, academic year teaching (100%) position available in the Soil and Waste Resources Discipline.  We are seeking an individual with a proven record as a successful undergraduate teacher to teach courses in Soil Fertility (including Soil and Plant Analysis), Soil Conservation, and Agronomy. Assisting with or teaching other courses within the College of Natural Resources may be required. Additional teaching (3 weeks) is expected during the summer.  Other duties include undergraduate and graduate advising, contribution to college and university governance.  Faculty are expected to accomplish a record of scholarly achievement in their field of interest to complement teaching responsibilities. We offer lab facilities that are well equipped to meet the candidate’s research interests.

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POSITION: Assistant or Associate Professor, Extension Soil Management

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Vegetable and Horticulture Crop Research Associate

Appointee will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities to conduct field research on small farm vegetable and tree production. This position will require the establishment and running of two applied field research sites in hot (near the town of Alamo) and cold desert (near the town of Panaca) locations. The appointee will be required to arrange and participate in field demonstrations and educational events on how to grow specialty crops. The position is located in friendly, remote, scenic communities (http://www.lincolncountynevada.com/index.html).

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