RESEARCH SPECIALIST SR

School of Natural Resources

This role resides in the University of Missouri Center for Agroforestry and will have four primary duties: (1) Provide technical support to pecan growers on best management practices, cultivar recommendations, plant material sourcing (30% of time); (2) facilitate a grower-incentive program for pecan adoption (30%); (3) establish and manage pecan demonstrations and trials at the Horticultural and Agroforestry Research Farm (30% of time); (4) assist Center for Agroforestry team with overall activities at the Horticultural and Agroforestry Research Farm.

Monday - Friday

8am - 4:30pm

Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

BS degree in agriculture or related field. Experience in farm management, including in a research setting, and equipment use. Comfortability speaking general and technical language to an agriculture audience. Willingness to travel (within Missouri) up to 30% of time; seasonally travel out of state.

Hiring Range: $51,875 - $58,000.
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS-9E
University Title: Senior Research Specialist
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