Research Program Manager

Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated professional to transform the results of soybean and small grain research into meaningful information for growers and other agricultural professionals. This role involves: Communication: Delivering insights through speaking engagements at grower and professional meetings, writing Extension publications, contributing to professional journals, and creating Internet content. Mentorship: Training and mentoring PhD and Master's graduate students in their thesis research, as well as guiding undergraduate students during their summer internships. Data Management: Converting individual data, documents, and GIS data into online shared resources. Equipment Design: Designing and fabricating field research equipment. Educational Materials: Preparing educational materials, including soybean production fact sheets, Agronomy Advice, and WI Crop Manager articles. Research: Conducting greenhouse studies on various crop and pest questions. Collaboration: Working with Department faculty, county-based Extension staff, industry representatives, funding agency representatives, and other public agency personnel. Expertise: Applying knowledge of pesticides, fertilizers, and other crop production inputs to field research and grower recommendations. Drone Program Management: Serving as the Chief Pilot and manager of the soybean research project drone research program. Technical Proficiency: Demonstrating proficiency in software and cloud-based platforms such as Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, MS SharePoint, SAS, ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online, photogrammetry, Pix4Dfields, John Deere Operations Center, DroneLogBook, and statistical analysis software. Work Conditions: Being prepared for occasional long hours, weekend work, and working in adverse climate conditions. The role also involves heavy lifting as part of field research activities. Attitude and Work Ethic: Maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating a strong work ethic in all aspects of the job. This position requires a blend of research, communication, mentorship, and technical skills to advance agricultural practices and support the farming community. Responsibilities: Plans and leads operational, outreach, and promotional activities of a research program and serves as a subject matter expert. 30% Plans and directs the day-to-day operational activities of one or multiple research programs or units according to established research objectives in alignment with strategic plans and initiatives 20% Assists in the development, coordination, and facilitation of trainings and workshops for internal and external audiences to disseminate research program developments and information 30% Plans, develops, and implements processes and protocols to support research aims 5% Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees 5% Serves as a unit liaison and subject matter expert among internal and external stakeholder groups, collaborates across disciplines and functional areas, provides program information, and promotes the accomplishments and developments of scholars and research initiatives 5% Monitors program budget(s) and approves unit expenditures 5% Drone pilot Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Preferred Master's Degree in agronomy, horticulture, soil science, or other related agronomic field of study. Qualifications: Required: Experience applying pesticides, fertilizers, and other crop production inputs for field research and in coordination with grower recommendations. Please indicate the type of input, kind of research, and the duties you performed in relation to field research. FAA certified UAS Part 107 Remote Pilot - Drones (preferred that this certification is in place at the start of employment; if not certified on day 1 of employment, then required to become fully certified as of the earliest possible testing interval following the start of employment) Preferred: Experience taking data from multiple sources and formats and creating online maps/graphics/data sets within various programs for use by researchers/vendors. Demonstrated software and cloud based platform proficiency in Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, MS SharePoint, SAS, ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online, photogrammetry, Pix4Dfields, John Deere Operations Center, DroneLogBook, and statistical analysis software. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, diverse team. Experience working effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Experience collaborating and cultivating relationships with internal and external partners. WI Commercial Driver's License. Class A B C D WDATCP Commercial Pesticide Applicators (1.1) and Aerial Applicators (9.9) license Airman Medical Certification- Third class medical certificate License/Certification: Preferred CDL - Commercial Drivers License Class A, B, C, and D Preferred Pesticide Applicator - State Licensure WDATCP Commercial Pesticide Applicators (1.1) and Aerial Applicators (9.9) license Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $71,994 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Salary amount will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: . Additional Information: Criminal Background Check may be required Evaluation/Probationary Period may be required Applicants must become an approved driver through UW-Madison's driver authorization process. This requires meeting established driver authorization criteria listed at . The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States by the start of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position. How to Apply: Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials: Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience References (required) - List contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice. It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Contact: Julie Rodenberg Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Research Program Manager (B)(RE087) Department(s): A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/PLANT & AGROECOSYSTEM SCI Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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Created: 2024-11-05