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Type of Position:
Researchers
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
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Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of ArkansasThe 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 VicePresident 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 worklife balance.
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Department:
Bio & Ag Engineering
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Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: collection and analysis of data; management of hourly employees Lab spaces management develop extension tools and conduct activities; meeting stakeholders; and other duties.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon availability of grant funds and annual performance review.
The position will be located at the Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center (NERREC) located in Harrisburg AR.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have a B.S. degree in Agricultural/Food Engineering or closely related area.
Three years of experience OR an M.S. Degree in Agricultural/Food Engineering or closely related area. Must have a valid US drivers license.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experiences of research in crop postharvest processing data analyses and research writing and presentation are highly preferred.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including word power point and excel. Ability to learn new computer programs and skills such as statistical tools and graphics design.
The employee must be able to perform physical work such as lifting a minimum of 50 pounds onfield sampling of crops when needed driving University vehicle. Seasonal travel to offstation test sites will be required.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Assistant Professor of Postharvest Processing
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Preemployment Screening Requirements:
Motor Vehicle Reports CheckThe University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct preemployment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent nondiscriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Crouching Driving Grasping Hearing Kneeling Lifting Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Standing Talking Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Pulling Pushing Sharps Sitting
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
YesRequired Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
