What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Agronomist position at GCE Operating Company LLC?
Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary :
The Research Agronomist, in collaboration with the Breeding Team, works to design and implement a camelina research trial program to develop commercial camelina varieties and best agronomic practices. This position is part of a team of professional research agronomists. The Research Agronomist assists with the planning and execution of a field breeding program, including off-site yield trials and nurseries, for breeding and agronomic protocols to improve camelina yields. The Research Agronomist is also responsible for assisting with yield trial data review and resource organization.
Essential Functions :
- Manage field research trials including land selection and contracting, site development, as well as all aspects of agronomic trial management, including seeding, spraying, maintenance and harvest
- Translate research agronomy trials into improved best management practices, providing greater returns for growers
- Support the sales group as needed by troubleshooting commercial fields when needed
- Participate in grower meetings from time to time to provide educational presentations and research results
- Initiate and execute successful field trial and nursery program to support breeding plans, in collaboration with breeding team
- Participate in trial design, location selection, process improvement, and ongoing quality improvement
- Communicate performance knowledge of product line-up to Production Teams
Required Skills / Abilities :
Supervisory Responsibilities :
None
Education and Experience :
Physical Requirements :
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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