Research Assistant Senior

Preferred Qualifications: 
• Five year experience with a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Rangeland Ecology, Animal Science, Environmental Science, Precision Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience with the design and implementation of field research, environmental monitoring, and data collection in rangeland, agricultural, or natural resource systems.
• Proficiency in GIS, remote sensing, geospatial analysis, and programming using tools such as Python, R, ArcGIS, QGIS, or Google Earth Engine.
• Experience with precision agriculture and livestock technologies, including GPS, IoT sensor networks, UAVs, virtual fencing, or environmental monitoring systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary research teams.
Successful applicants should be highly motivated, organized, and creative. They should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary research teams. The candidate should be committed to conducting high-quality scientific research while supporting innovative solutions for sustainable rangeland management and livestock production.

Special Certification/Licensure: 
• Ability to conduct extended fieldwork in remote locations under hot, cold, windy, dusty, and uneven terrain conditions.
• Ability to safely operate four-wheel-drive vehicles and utility vehicles in off-road environments.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to travel overnight for field research, meetings, and scientific conferences.
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one prior to employment.
• Occasional weekend or evening work may be required during field campaigns.

Environment: Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip

Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.

Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.

Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

Advertised: 11 Sep 2026 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: 02 Oct 2026 Mountain Daylight Time

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