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Manager, Farm Research ServiceTexas A&M AgriLife • Beaumont, Texas, United States
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Manager, Farm Research Service

Texas A&M AgriLife
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    Beaumont, Texas, United States
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    Beaumont, Texas, United States
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Manager, Farm Research Services Texas A&M AgriLife Research is seeking a Manager for Farm Research Services to oversee all field-based research operations at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center in Beaumont, with a primary focus on rice production systems. This position supports multidisciplinary research programs by ensuring efficient farm operations and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Responsibilities include:
Planning, coordinating, and executing field operations supporting rice and related cropping systems research. Managing day-to-day farm activities including land preparation, planting, irrigation, fertilization, pest management, and harvesting. Overseeing water management systems critical to rice production. Supervising, training, and evaluating farm staff and seasonal workers. Implementing field research protocols to ensure accurate and timely data collection. Maintaining and managing farm equipment. Overseeing chemical handling and application in compliance with state and federal regulations. Assisting in budget planning, procurement of supplies, and resource allocation for research projects. Supporting field days, demonstrations, and outreach activities with stakeholders and industry partners. Assisting with greenhouse research operations and related experimental activities. Ensuring compliance with institutional, environmental, and safety policies. Disposing of outdated equipment no longer working. Coordinating with Center Director, Project Leaders, and College Station/AgriLife for capital improvement projects. Performing other duties as assigned.
Required qualifications include:
Bachelor's degree in agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in agricultural field operations. Valid driver's license. Ability to obtain and maintain a Texas Pesticide Applicator License. Ability to obtain and maintain wastewater license. Knowledge of repair/maintenance of agricultural equipment. Knowledge of crop production practices, pest management, and soil fertility. Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to work with multiple projects. Ability to repair and maintain agricultural equipment. Demonstrated experience managing farm equipment and irrigation systems. Experience supervising staff and working in a team-oriented research environment. Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred qualifications include:
Master's degree in agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, or a related field. Experience in rice or irrigated cropping systems. Experience with rice research or commercial rice production systems. Familiarity with precision agriculture technologies, GPS-guided equipment, and data management tools. Experience working in a research or academic setting. Knowledge of regulatory compliance related to agricultural research. Knowledge of research data collection procedures and relevant computer proficiencies (Microsoft Office, farm record databases etc.) desired. Experience in trailering equipment and heavy items. Commercial driver's license or willingness to obtain.
Other requirements include:
Commitment to safety, and environmental stewardship. Primarily outdoor work in field environments under varying weather conditions. Ability to lift or move heavy objects up to 50 lbs. and operate heavy machinery. Occasional extended hours during peak planting and harvest seasons.
Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate's qualifications. Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife? When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents. In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including:
Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
Applicant Instructions Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
  • Beaumont, Texas, United States

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