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Insight Global On Farm Research Agronomist - IL/WI in Johnston, Iowa
Job Description
Insight Global is looking for an On Farm Research Scientist for a top agriscience client in the Northern IA/Minnesota area. They will be leading execution of on-farm experimentation plan of work in target geography.
* Relationship building with farmers, Corteva sales representatives (seed and CP), agronomists
* Strong verbal and written communication skills to understand and communicate project goals
* Identify growers and secure locations for trials
* Preparation as needed, such as mapping, soil sampling, sensor installation, agronomic data collection, etc.
* Discuss protocol and ensure proper execution by farmer
* Resolve questions and challenges as they arise
* In-season data collection, may require collaboration with other AFT colleagues and significant road time
* Update and management of real-time data dashboards to ensure timely and quality data collection
* Geospatial data capture, along with relevant meta data
* Weekly, monthly, period-based geographic summaries to FSD FE Leadership, FSD Project Leadership, Commercial Leadership, and other stakeholders
* Complete datasets delivered to project lead at agreed-upon date
* Presentations and demonstrations as requested.
The compensation range for this role is between $25 - $40 an hour.
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Skills and Requirements
Must Haves:
* Bachelors degree with 3+ yoe related experience or Masters in consider degrees in agronomy, soil science, biology, digital agronomy, precision agriculture, data science, ecology (prioritized in this order)
* Experience working with farmers in 1-1 setting
* Knowledge of farming, agronomic challenges, current seed and crop protection products, management practices
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Ability to travel, with 50-75% in-season possible (vehicle provided). null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.