Senior Agriculturalist at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Job Description:

Position Details Req ID:req17558 Position Title:Senior Agriculturalist Position Type:Staff Full-Time Position Number:BS9583 OSU Campus:Stillwater Department:Plant & Soil Sciences Location Address:                     369 Ag Hall, Stillwater, OK 74078 Hiring Supervisor:Liberty Galvin Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding):38,040.00 - 51,568.00, Salary Work Schedule:Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm with one hour for lunch Faculty Appt Period: Job Summary:The Department of Plant and Soil Sciences includes a diverse group of 25 faculty along with support staff, post-docs, and graduate and undergraduate students who are dedicated to the Land Grant mission through research, teaching, and extension. Our faculty pride themselves on collegiality and are focused on ensuring the success of our students, faculty, and stakeholders. More information can be found on our website www.pss.okstate.edu, Twitter: @OSUplantsoilsci or Facebook: @osu.pass.This position will manage fieldoperations for Weed Sciences research and extension programs. Work will beconducted in the field, greenhouse, or office as needed. Major responsibilitiesmay include herbicide mixing, loading, and application, field preparation,planting, and harvesting across Oklahoma; establishment, maintenance, datacollection, and oversight of research trials; management of data in MS Excel,ARM, or other database management software; ensuring genetic integrity ofseeds, crops, and grasses as assigned. Incumbent will be responsible formaintenance and proper sanitation of facilities and equipment; providingdirection and supervision to student and temporary employees; and timely communicationwith cooperators and stakeholders.
There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU, check out our benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit: 1) a 1-2 page cover letter summarizing their experience and expertise related to the position's goals and required qualifications, 2) resume, and 3) contact information for three references. Education & Experience Position Qualifications:

Required: Bachelor's in Agriculture or closely related field

Priority will be given to applicants with experience in Oklahoma agricultural production systems and/or agricultural research.

*Oklahoma Certified Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
*CDL or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment

Incumbent must have organizational and supervisory skills; attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks with seasonally heavy workloads; strong communication skills; ability to establish and maintain a positive and collaborative work environment with emphasis on safety; proficiency in basic computer skills and the ability to learn new computer programs as needed; proficiency in safe operation, maintenance, and basic repair of field and greenhouse machinery; ability to safely and proficiently drive a truck with loaded gooseneck or bumper hitch trailer.


Preferred: Master's in Plant & Soil, Agronomy, or related field

Two years experience in related field; prior supervisory role; knowledge of experimental design and data analysis

Oklahoma Pesticide Applicator LicenseCDL

Knowledge of research methodology

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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