What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Technician position at VISION Bioenergy Oilseeds?
Vision Bioenergy Oilseeds (VBO) is a agricultural joint venture with the mission of developing, growing and marketing high quality oilseed oil for use in the production of biofuels to help create a cleaner, more sustainable future. We operate a research & development center and processing facility in Nampa, Idaho.
The Research Technician will ensure the Research Station, functions efficiently by performing a variety of duties to maintain and operate the facilities, equipment and farmland. Supports the Station Manager and other scientists on station with scheduling and resourcing research activities and ensuring efficient, functional execution of research activities. Support off-station field plot location growing activities. Primary crops under development include camelina and other oilseeds crops for the renewables energy markets and dietary supplement for livestock feeding markets.
The successful candidate will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture preferred, or up to 5 years of related ag production or field research experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an Idaho Private Applicator License (within 3 months of hire).
- Experience with agricultural practices including soil and irrigation management, fertility, weed control, and safe equipment operation.
- Proficiency operating field equipment (e.g., tractors, planters, sprayers, harvesters) and ability to work with GPS/electronic controls.
- Basic equipment and facility maintenance skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn internal systems.
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to work extended hours during the growing season (April–September), including rotating weekends; occasional evenings, weekends, overnight work, and travel.
We offer a competitive salary, $60K - $75K, based on an individual's experience and skill level, and an above average benefits package including medical, dental, vision, health and dependent flexible spending accounts, health-savings account, company-paid short-term and long-term disability, company-paid life insurance & accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), voluntary life insurance & accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), voluntary critical illness and voluntary accident insurance, employee assistance program, 401K/401K Roth with company match, and bonus opportunity program.
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000