Technical Project Specialist II
Core
Design and implement on-farm research projects in sustainable agroecosystems, translating research questions into practical field trials for farmers and partners.
Role type
Technical Project Specialist (Applied Agricultural Research)
Builds
On-farm research trials, field data, and technical protocols for precision agriculture
Domain
Agriculture / Precision Agriculture / Sustainable Agroecosystems (via careerplan.io/jobs/R20039-technical-project-specialist-ii-at-isu)
Required skills
Field research coordination, soil sampling, spatial data management, drone imagery collection, precision agriculture technology, agricultural machinery operation, quality assurance processes, stakeholder communication, project management
Preferred skills
Agricultural application systems, field trials, system benchmarking, technical project leadership, agronomy, Certified Crop Adviser, Part 107 pilot license
Technologies
Drones, precision agriculture equipment, spatial data systems
Responsibilities
Design and coordinate on-farm research projects; perform field research activities including soil sampling and drone imagery; serve as technical resource for precision agriculture technologies; act as primary contact for participating farmers; develop and implement quality assurance processes; communicate research findings; provide training to staff and interns
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC