Research Associate

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Closing Date: 08/16/2025 Type of Position: Research Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term) Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact the Division's Office of Program & Employment Compliance at .... For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at ... or .... Department: Research Support Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a Master's degree in Agricultural Economics (or closely related field) to join our research team. The successful candidate will design and implement a producer focused survey to support production level decision making, conduct rigorous data analyses, and synthesize findings into actionable insights for larger specialty crop programming. This position requires strong analytical skills, experience with agricultural data, and the ability to translate complex results into clear reports that inform project objectives and stakeholder decisions. Key Responsibilities: Survey Design and Implementation: o Develop and refine survey instruments aimed at understanding production practices, constraints, and decision making processes at the farm level. o Coordinate pilot testing, sampling strategies, and data collection protocols in collaboration with project leaders. Data Analysis and Reporting: o Clean, manage, and analyze primary and secondary data using appropriate econometric and statistical methods. o Generate technical and non technical reports, policy briefs, and presentations that convey findings to academic, industry, and producer audiences. Research and Decision Support: o Apply production economics principles to interpret survey outcomes and identify opportunities for improved data to aid in decision making. o Provide analytical support to ongoing projects, contributing to modeling exercises, cost benefit analyses, and scenario planning. Project Support and Collaboration: o Work closely with faculty, graduate students, and project partners to ensure alignment with research objectives. o Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts, extension materials, and other project outputs. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Master's degree in Agricultural Economics or a closely related field with training in applied econometrics and production economics or Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics plus three years of professional related experience. Demonstrated experience in survey design, data management, and statistical analysis (e.g., STATA, R, or similar). Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise reports for academic and practitioner audiences. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary research teams. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with agricultural production systems and onfarm decision making. Master's degree in Agricultural Economics Experience with stakeholder engagement and translating research outcomes into practical recommendations. Evidence of prior research dissemination (e.g., thesis, publications, extension reports). Additional Information: Salary Information: $50,000 Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Jada Thompson ... All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Motor Vehicle Reports Check The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion Frequent Physical Activity: Feeling, Hearing, Talking Occasional Physical Activity: Sitting, Standing, Stooping Benefits Eligible: Yes The University of Arkansas System is a comprehensive, publicly-supported higher education institution composed of 18 unique campuses, divisions and administrative units that share the singular goal of serving Arkansas residents and others by developing and sharing knowledge to impact an ever-changing world. The UA System provides access to academic and professional education, and develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students, staff and faculty. The system further promotes an atmosphere of excellence that honors the heritage and diversity of our state and nation. It provides students, researchers and professionals with tools to promote responsible stewardship of human, natural and financial resources in Arkansas and around the globe, and with workforce-relevant knowledge to enhance economic development efforts that improve the overall quality of life and societal well-being. 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