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Closing Date:

Type of Position:

Research

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. 

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Department:

RIRE | Breeding Genetics

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

A full-time, 12-month program associate position with paid vacation and fringe benefits. The individual filling this position will be joining an established program focusing on the development of hybrid rice and inbred cultivars for Arkansas and Mid-South. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: planting of breeding nurseries, yield trials, and hybrid seed production plots/bays; management of plots including spraying, irrigating, weeding, harvesting, etc.; collection and analysis of data; off-station planting and harvest; and other breeding related duties. The employee must be able to perform physical work such as lifting a minimum of 50 pounds, maintaining irrigation and machinery when needed, operating machinery and conducting daily field activities. Seasonal travel to off-station test sites and winter nursery will be required. Continuation of this position is contingent upon availability of grant funds. Salary is commensurate with training and experience.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have a BS degree plus three years of related experience or a MS degree in a related field in plant science or closely related area, which includes coursework in genetics, agronomy, soil science and chemistry. Previous experience in rice production, yield trials, field management, and seed production are required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including word, power point and excel. Experience operating and maintaining of field equipment used in rice production.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Dr. Alton Johnson
Director<

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.Required checks are identified in the position listing.A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Standing

Occasional Physical Activity:

Driving, Grasping, Lifting, Sitting, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes