Description

AGVISE Laboratories is seeking a Soil Scientist/Laboratory Analyst to provide technical and analytical support for the soil and plant analysis services provided at our Benon, MN laboratory. AGVISE Laboratories is an employee-owned agricultural testing laboratory and has been leading the industry in the analysis of soil, water, plant tissue, manure, and fertilizer for 50 years. Our team provides quality results and technical support to agricultural producers, crop consultants, agronomists, and researchers. Applications can be found on our website https://www.agvise.com/work-for-us/.

Primary responsibilities include:

•       Providing soil science and/or agronomic support to customers by assisting the technical sales staff
•       Assisting the Laboratory Manager with relevant agronomic information
•       Analyzing data for QA/QC
•       Operating and installing of laboratory equipment
•       Performing analysis on soil, plant, and water samples
•       Testing of samples that require a higher technical skill
•       Supervising and training seasonal employees
•       Mixing of standards and reagents
•       Writing standard operating procedures
•       Assisting in the development of new methods
•       Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands 

• Ability to lift 50 pounds 
• Ability to stand for long periods at a time
   

Salary and Benefits:

• Starting salary is $48,000 - $65,000 per year DOE
• AGVISE employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
• Profit sharing in addition to base salary
• Employee benefits include health insurance, health savings account, flexible spending account, life insurance, sick leave, personal time, and vacation time
• Safety equipment and laptop computer provided
   

Schedule:

• 8-hour day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed during the year.
• Saturdays required during the fall soil testing season

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, or a relevant agricultural degree
• Certified Crop Advisor or the ability to obtain certification within 2 years of hire
• Ability to work in a professional manner
• Provide a high amount of scientific integrity
• Work well in a team setting with other scientists and technicians
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Evidence of good communication and collaboration skills. Evidence of being observant and detail-oriented, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Evidence of using a computer and must have knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for processing and data entry/analysis
•  Experience working with laboratory equipment would be highly beneficial
• Ability to work extended hours during busy seasons
• Valid Driver’s license