Agronomy Assistant

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist in the planning, implementation, and maintenance of field experiments, trials, and demonstrations to evaluate agronomic practices, crop varieties, and soil management techniques.
- Conduct fieldwork activities such as planting, fertilizing, irrigating, and harvesting crops, and monitoring crop health and growth stages.
- Collect and record data on crop performance, soil characteristics, weather conditions, pest and disease incidence, and other relevant variables using established protocols and tools.
- Assist in analyzing collected data using software or statistical tools to identify trends, correlations, and insights that inform agronomic recommendations and research findings.
- Assist in conducting literature reviews, experimental design, and laboratory analysis to support agronomic research projects.
- Monitor and maintain research equipment, supplies, and facilities, ensuring they are in good working condition and properly calibrated.
- Assist in the adoption and utilization of precision agriculture technologies, including GPS mapping, remote sensing, and data-driven decision-making tools.
- Collaborate with agronomists, researchers, and extension agents to disseminate research findings and best practices to farmers, agricultural stakeholders, and the wider community.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as organizing field trials, maintaining research records, preparing reports, and managing inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Adhere to safety protocols and procedures at all times to ensure a safe working environment for oneself and others.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, or a related field.
- Previous experience in agricultural research, fieldwork, or crop production is preferred but not required. 7 years required.
- Strong interest in agronomy, sustainable agriculture, and environmental stewardship.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data analysis software.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to field sites as needed.