Classification Title:

Agricultural Food Scientist I

Job Description:

Conducting Research:

Conducts research on minor-use pesticide registration under good laboratory Practices (GLP) guidelines, to ensure the quality and integrity of scientific research. This will involve both laboratory and field components. Conduct and implement field protocols/experiments to obtain treated and non-treated fruit residue samples designed by Study Directors in compliance with EPA-USDA IR-4 Program, GLPs, and standard operating procedures (SOP).  Conduct crop safety efficacy trials according to the specified protocol, analyze the results, and prepare report based on experimental findings and submit the reports to Study Director. Trains and guides the field technicians in mix-loading, spray applications, and pesticide treatments according to the experimental design to ensure adherence to protocols.

Documenting and Compiling Environmental Data:

Document, compile, and archive environmental and procedure data.  Prepare reports, graphs, tables, etc., as needed in compliance with GLPs and SOPs in a timely manner. Maintain IR-4 equipment in good order in compliance with GLPs and SOPs. Prepare maintain and ship research residue specimens/samples for further analysis.

Consultation and Protocol Verification:

Consult with Study Director (SD) and/or Field Director (FD) as needed. Reads the experimental protocols and verifies with the SD and/or FD the trial can be done as written. Respond to requests for information from SD, FD, and IR-4 headquarters in a timely manner. Repair research equipment and arrange off-site research field plots with local producers. Expected Salary:

$19.16-$31.13/hour based on education and experience

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in agricultural science, biology, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications: Be reliable and detailed oriented (i.e., excellent documentation and research procedure recording skills). Know how or capable of learning to operate and calibrate tractor spray equipment, laboratory, and environmental sensing equipment in compliance with SOPs and GLPs. Familiarity with agricultural practices in South Florida. Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Florida Pesticide License or ability to obtain pesticide applicators license within 6 months of employment and maintain license over time.

This is a time-limited position.

This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: Yes