Research Associate

A research associate position is being requested to conduct irrigation research and extension activities including, but not limited to, maintaining and operating various complex and sophisticated irrigation systems (subsurface drip, research based...

  • 516678
  • Colby, Kansas
  • Garden City, Kansas
  • SW Research Ext Cntr Garden Cy
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
  • Opening on: Jan 21 2025
  • On-site

About This Role:

This position will conduct irrigation research and extension activities at the Southwest Research Extension Center in Garden City or Colby as well as the surrounding area. The candidate will maintain and operate precision equipment/machinery and irrigation systems; install, calibrate, and maintain research instrumentation; plan, manage, and document research projects; coordinate and interact with producers and industry representatives; and assist in outreach efforts. The candidate will provide leadership to other team members.

Please contact Dr. Daran Rudnick at 712-204-6772 for more information.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires a master’s degree and two years relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with precision agricultural equipment, technologies, and software.
  • Experience in irrigated agriculture, including managing irrigation systems.

Other Requirements:

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Two Professional References

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening Begins on February 10th 2025. 

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$65,000-$80,000

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Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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