Research Farm Project Coordinator (North Platte, NE)

Working Title Research Farm Project Coordinator (North Platte, NE)

Department West Central Research, Extension and Education Center-0944

Requisition Number S_250140

Posting Open Date 02/14/2025

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 03/10/2025

Posting Close Date 

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work 

The West Central Research, Extension and Education Center in North Platte, NE serves as the site for field-based research and extension activities that deliver research-based education and information to citizens throughout the state. We consider ourselves the front door to the University for those we serve in west central Nebraska.

As a Research Project Coordinator, you will:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the research farm activities among the faculty at the Center and/or UNL campus and other universities, interested companies, and individuals.
• Facilitate field plot layout and design, and working with faculty to order seed for corn, soybean, and wheat production.
• Collaborate with faculty in the preparation, treatment applications, planting, irrigation, harvesting, maintenance, data collection, data analysis and record keeping of farm acres.
• Responsible for managing the bidding process for pesticides and fertilizer.
• Partner with the Farm Service Agency for crop insurance purposes, collect data and report field location, crops, date planted, and yields for each field of wheat, corn, and soybeans at the end of the growing season for insurance underwriting purposes.
• Report crop losses due to weather events and ensure insurance payments are processed correctly.
• Collect weather data daily and report information to the National Weather Bureau.
• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of farm equipment and building facilities.
• Assist with facility tours, workshops and field days to highlight facility research.

The position is considered essential as the employee provides facility and equipment support including storm assistance and snow removal outside of normal working hours. Chemigation license, commercial pesticide applicator’s license, and commercial driver’s license required within six months of employment. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as a Research Project Coordinator.

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When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
• Generous retirement plans with a university match
• Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options

We are always seeking talented, driven individuals like you to help us shape the future. Discover the opportunities waiting for you at UNL!

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• Minimum Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in agricultural production, agronomy, or related field plus three years of experience in agricultural production, agronomy, etc. OR
• Master’s degree in related field plus one year of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of agricultural practices to enable best farming outcomes.
• Knowledge of soil sampling to determine application rates for fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides.
• Word processing and spreadsheet software program skills.
• Mechanical knowledge and skill to diagnose and maintain equipment such as planters, sprayers, grain carts, combines, tractors, trucks, etc.
• Experience must demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driver eligibility criteria.

Preferred Qualifications 

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $48,000/yr minimum

How to Apply 

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact 

Kelly Bruns

kelly.bruns@unl.edu

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State) North Platte, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes

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