Research Investigator

Job Title

Pay Range: $27hr - $32hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in plant Pathology, Plant Science, Agronomy, Biological Sciences, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in plant pathology research, disease phenotyping, or related agricultural sciences.
• 2+ years of experience in relevant fields.

Responsibilities:

• Independently lead and execute projects in both field and controlled environment (greenhouse/growth chamber) settings.
• Design, coordinate, and deliver experimental work with attention to rigor, quality, and timelines.
• Identify challenges, adapt methodologies, and develop practical solutions to deliver actionable results.
• Manage multiple priorities, drive work forward, and deliver high quality outputs with minimal supervision.
• Translate experimental work into clear outcomes and recommendations.
• Work cross-functionally with research, breeding, and technical teams.
• Document methods, summarize results, and clearly report progress and findings.

Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate in ambiguous or evolving research environments.
• Data-driven decision-making.
• Effective communication skills.