AIP Research Field Specialist

Are you passionate about precision agriculture and research? Do you enjoy turning agronomic observations and data into actionable insights? Are you detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment?
Ag Ingenuity Partners (AIP), the research division of Advanced Agrilytics, is seeking a Research Field Specialist to join our Illinois AIP team! The Research Field Specialist provides support to our field-scale research operations and team members. The role encompasses multiple aspects of client, grower, and field facing roles from in-field agronomic observations and sample collection/processing, to assisting in data collection/management and evaluation. A Research Field Specialist should be someone who has a desire for learning, a self-starter, a focus on detail and a passion for helping the company manage operations to produce sustainable outcomes.
Advanced Agrilytics is an agronomy services company focused on unlocking the potential of every acre through direct-to-farm agronomic guidance, unbiased spatial research and sub-acre environment understanding, delivering on the promise of precision agriculture.

How you will help us grow:

• Partner with AIP Operations Lead to ensure research protocol work is executed in a timely and accurate manner
• Provide support for in-field data collection and sample processing according to protocol specifics and following-up on critical issues
• Communicates effectively with internal and/or external grower/client contacts for the execution of protocol work
• Ability to travel to network of internal and external trial locations for agronomic observations and in-field collections
• Maintain a high level of organization to ensure all aspects of data collection and analysis are done accurately and efficiently

Experience you bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in agriculture, agronomy, or related field strongly preferred
• 0-2 years' experience in agronomy related field
• On-farm experience preferred
• Field research experience is a plus
• High attention to detail, with ability to follow research protocols
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to site locations and research facility
• Physical ability to handle equipment and perform field-based tasks
• Must reside in the U.S., and live in the applicable regional territory

What our culture brings:

• Competitive compensation 
• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance 
• 401(k) Plan with company match 
• Flexible Time Off 
• Vehicle reimbursement program 
• Collaborative, autonomous work culture where each person makes a difference! 

Advanced Agrilytics Community:  Our Values:  Continuous Learning       Uncovering the truth | Innovative | Knowledgeable   Get the right stuff done, the right way         Self-Starter | Passionate | Organized   Focused on the Greater Good, our customers and each other          Humble | Team Player | Servant’s Heart | Collaborative