Program Associate - 12 MONTH

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Closing Date:

05/11/2026

Type of Position:

ResearchersNo

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)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:

VGSS | Vegetable Research Station

Summary of Job Duties:

The Program Associate reports to the Resident Director in Charge of the Vegetable Research Station. Duties and responsibilities of the Program Associate are managing and carrying out all facets of field plot research to include equipment operation, plot planning, soil preparation, planting, spraying, irrigation, maintenance, harvesting, recording, and detailed record keeping of all activities on the Research Station. Duties involve the direct supervision of classified and seasonal hourly employees. Oversee the maintenance of equipment and facilities. Work closely with project leaders from various Departments on campus and the Cooperative Extension Service.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications B.S. Degree in Horticulture or related field plus three years of experience OR an M.S. Degree in Horticulture or related field. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of statistical analysis of field plot data. Oversee the maintenance of equipment and facilities. Must have a demonstrated ability for written and oral presentations of research work and communication skills.

Additional Information:

$46,000 per yearCover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume