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How much do agricultural biosystems engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for agricultural biosystems engineering in the United States is $83,550.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,500.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What kinds of projects does an agricultural biosystems engineer typically work on?

Agricultural Biosystems Engineers work on a variety of projects including designing irrigation systems, developing sustainable waste management solutions, optimizing farm machinery, and improving environmental controls for food production facilities. They often collaborate with farmers, agronomists, environmental scientists, and other engineers to solve practical challenges in agriculture. On a daily basis, the role might involve site assessments, data analysis, creating technical reports, and overseeing the implementation of engineering solutions. This variety makes the work both dynamic and impactful, as you directly contribute to sustainable agricultural practices and food security.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an agricultural biosystems engineer?

To thrive as an Agricultural Biosystems Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, biological sciences, and typically a bachelor’s or master’s degree in agricultural or biosystems engineering. Experience with CAD software, GIS systems, and modeling tools, as well as professional certifications such as a Professional Engineer (PE) license, are often important. Strong problem-solving abilities, project management skills, and effective communication help you work well with diverse teams and stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for designing sustainable agricultural systems, optimizing resource use, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.

What is an agricultural biosystems engineer?

An Agricultural Biosystems Engineering job focuses on applying engineering principles to optimize agricultural and biological production systems. Professionals in this field work on designing and improving equipment, irrigation systems, environmental controls, and sustainable farming practices. They integrate machine automation, biotechnology, and resource management to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Careers in this field can be found in agriculture, food processing, research institutions, and government agencies.

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Infographic showing various Agricultural Biosystems Engineering job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,550 per year, or $40.2 per hour.

Limited Term Adjunct Lecturer, Biosystems Engineering

University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$6.0K/mo

Part-time

Posted 14 days ago


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Job description

Limited Term Adjunct Lecturer, Biosystems Engineering
Posting Number
req26588
Department
Biosystems Engineering-Res
Department Website Link
Biosystems Engineering
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location
Tucson Campus
Address
1177 E. 4th Street, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA
Position Highlights
The Department of Biosystems Engineering (BE) at the University of Arizona seeks to hire a limited-term instructor to teach BE 483/583 for Fall 2026. The successful candidate of this course will teach BE 483/583 for Fall 2026.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Teach BE 483/583
  • Correspond with student on D2L as needed
  • Grade papers, online discussion post and exams
  • Record student course grades

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of greenhouse structural design and environmental control(heating, cooling, and ventilation).
  • Knowledge of hydroponic crop production and plantnutrient delivery systems.
  • Knowledge in post-harvest handling, intensive field productionsystems, and crop storage.

Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD in Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering, or related engineeringfield.

Preferred Qualifications
Rank
Lecturer
Tenure Information
Adjunct (NTE)
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
8
Job FTE
.20
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Faculty
Benefits Eligible
No Benefits
Rate of Pay
$6,000
Compensation Type
Per Course
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
8/17/2026
Expected End Date
12/18/2026
Contact Information for Candidates
Joel Cuello, Interim Head, Department of Biosystems Engineering
cuelloj@arizona.edu
Open Date
7/23/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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