Field Research Assistant (Mid)

Position Overview

• We are seeking a motivated Research Engineer to support research and testing activities for agricultural applications.
• This role is primarily focused on managing laboratory operations, conducting experiments, operating and maintaining research equipment, and collecting high-quality data.
• This position offers an opportunity to support innovative agricultural research through hands-on laboratory, testing, and equipment operations in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment in compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare, organize, and process research samples and test materials.
• Conduct experiments and testing activities using laboratory and engineering equipment according to established protocols.
• Collect, record, and organize research data using laboratory instruments and computer systems.
• Analyze and summarize experimental data and prepare reports, charts, and presentations to communicate findings.
• Manage laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment readiness to support research activities.
• Provide technical support to scientists and engineers and assist with the evaluation of new equipment, processes, and technologies as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field with 2+ years of relevant professional experience, or a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience operating, testing, or maintaining laboratory, industrial, or engineering equipment.
• Basic engineering and programming skills, including experience with technical equipment and at least one programming language such as Python, C#, or C++.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Ability to work full-time on-site at St. Louis, Missouri research facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting agricultural research, laboratory operations, or scientific experiments.
• Experience with engineering equipment, instrumentation, automation systems, or lab test equipment.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary research or engineering environment.