Research Assistant

Job Title

Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Horticultural Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,750.00 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife  

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: 

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 

• Texas A&M AgriLife Research 

• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University 

• Texas A&M Forest Service 

• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory 

 

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. 

 

Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world! 

 

Position Information

Job Responsibilities:

• 50 %: Pecan Orchard Management – Operates farm equipment to maintain orchard floors for efficient access and harvest and assists in the nut harvest operation.

• 15 %: Orchard Irrigation – Operates and maintains canal/flood irrigation infrastructure in collaboration with local regulatory water district.

• 15 %: Chemical and Fertilizer Applications – Applies pesticide, fungicide, herbicide, or nutrient chemical sprays as dictated by an Integrated Pest Management plan. Applies fertilizers seasonally, as needed.

• 10 %: Field Ratings – Performs field ratings of pest presence, disease severity, pecan phenology, and leaf tissue/nut collection.

• 5 %: Equipment Maintenance – Maintain machinery such as tractors, shakers, mowers, hand-tools, and associated implements.

• 5 %: Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Soil & Crop Science, Agronomy, Environmental Science, or a related field.

Preferred Experience:

• Possess at least one (1) year of experience utilizing farm machinery (such as a tractor) and/or applying chemical or nutrient sprays in agriculture.

Preferred licenses or certifications for this position:

• Texas Noncommercial Political Subdivision (NCPS) Pesticide Applicator License (must obtain within 3 months of start date, if not already possessed)

• Ability to obtain a U.S. Driver’s License

Required skills, knowledge or abilities:

• Commercial or research management of fruit/nut tree orchards.

• Commercial or research application of herbicides, pesticides, or fungicides.

• Operates, repairs, and maintains basic farm equipment (such as a tractor and associated implements).

• Manages time effectively and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.

• Maintains accurate logs of