Research Development Professional III (Extended Temporary)

Posting Number

req20506

Department

YCEDA

Department Website Link

Location

County Extensions and Farms

Address

6425 W 8th St, , Yuma, AZ 85364 USA

Position Highlights

The Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture (YCEDA), part of the University of Arizona’s Division of Agriculture, Life and Veterinary Sciences & Cooperative Extension, is seeking an AgTech Research Development Professional. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a high-profile public-private partnership between the University of Arizona and the desert agriculture industry. YCEDA is headquartered in Yuma, Arizona, the ‘Winter Vegetable Capital of the United States,” which is responsible for producing over 90% of the leafy greens consumed in North America from November through April and is home to over 175 different crops. YCEDA was created as a research innovation center providing fast-track solutions to high-priority issues and new technologies identified by the desert agricultural industry, including increasing production efficiencies through disease and water management, maximizing crop yield, food safety, and food systems while expanding Ag technology into agriculture systems.

This is an Extended Temporary Employment (ETE) position.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated use of advanced agriculture technologies.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Research

Benefits Eligible

Yes – Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$65,687 – $85,393

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

9

Compensation Guidance

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Grade Range Minimum

$65687

Grade Range Midpoint

$85393

Grade Range Maximum

$105099

Career Stream and Level

PC3

Job Family

Research Development

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

9/1/2026

Contact Information for Candidates

Tanya Hodges
[email protected]

Open Date

9/9/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

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