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NCSU

Research Technician

Jackson Springs, NC ยท On-site

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

North Carolina State University owns the Sandhills Research Station with operational management through the Division of Research Stations and the North Carolina Agricultural Research Service. North ...

NCSU

Research Technician

Kinston, NC ยท On-site

$16.75 - $23/hr

North Carolina State University owns the Cunningham Research Station Research Station with operational management through the North Carolina Agriculture Research Service and the Division of Research ...

State of Louisiana

RESEARCH FARM MANAGER 1

Baton Rouge, LA ยท On-site

$3.9K - $7.0K/mo

With offices in every parish and research stations across the state, the LSU AgCenter is committed ... As a Research Farm Manager 1, you will have the following job duties: Greenhouse and Facility ...

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How much do research station manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for research station manager in the United States is $59,835.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a research station manager do?

A Research Station Manager oversees the daily operations of a research facility, which may focus on agriculture, environmental science, biology, or other scientific fields. Their responsibilities typically include managing staff, coordinating research projects, maintaining equipment, ensuring safety protocols, and liaising with researchers and external partners. They also handle budgeting, procurement, and reporting to ensure the station runs efficiently and meets its scientific objectives. The role requires strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Research Station Managers play a crucial role in enabling successful scientific research by providing the necessary support and infrastructure.

What are some typical challenges faced by a research station manager and how can they be addressed?

Research Station Managers often face challenges such as balancing administrative duties with supporting scientific research, managing limited resources, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Navigating these demands requires strong organizational skills, effective communication with researchers and staff, and proactive problem-solving. Building a collaborative team environment and staying updated on best practices in station management can help address these issues and contribute to the success of the research station.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a research station manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Research Station Manager, you need expertise in scientific research methodologies, project management, and a relevant advanced degree in fields like biology, agriculture, or environmental science. Familiarity with data analysis software, laboratory equipment, and compliance management systems is typically required. Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills help manage teams and coordinate complex research activities. These competencies ensure effective research operations, safety, and the achievement of project goals at the research station.

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Infographic showing various Research Station Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,835 per year, or $28.8 per hour.

Agricultural Research Station Manager

Huntsville, AL โ€ข On-site

Alabama A&M University
Educationย โ€ขย 11 - 50 employees
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Job description

Winfred Thomas Agricultural Research Station Job Post

Summary: Winfred Thomas Agricultural Research Station (WTARS) is primarily an experimental research farm mandated to conduct plant, animal, soil, forestry, bioenergy, and environmental research. Periodically the Station also provides hands-on educational opportunities for students of all ages and the public, through our ongoing outreach events. The Research faculty and graduate students from Alabama A&M University (AAMU) and collaborating institutions use WTARS for a broad array of field research. Outreach activities include workshops by Alabama Cooperative Extension Service (ACES); local, regional, and national conferences; ROTC; K-12 school field trips (Hazel Green Middle School located southwest of WTARS); field trips for farmers; 4H and FFA events; fundraisers for local nonprofits; and much more. The station is used by agricultural industry and also by public or private collaborators. The facility is overseen by the Dean/1890 Research Director the College of Agricultural, Life and Natural Sciences (CALNS), under the mandate of the 1890 land-grants mission and operated by a Station Manager. Through the USDA, the Evans-Allen program supports agricultural research, along with extension activities with an emphasis on reaching socially and economically disadvantaged people.

Examples Of Duties

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

  • Manage daily operations of the research station
  • Hire, train, and supervise support staff
  • Supervise the collection, summarization, and transmission of research data and records to faculty members; and to collaborators
  • Provide/Oversee maintenance of field site in accordance with best land and field research principles
  • Maintain an attractive experiment station appearance
  • Cooperate/Work with AAMU Physical Facilities in maintaining buildings and field laboratories
  • Conduct Future planning of research facilities
Typical Qualifications

Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):

    • Experience in field research methods, ability to implement experimental design, statistical analysis, and effective communication of research results to clientele
    • Evidence of working with farm workers, as well as diverse faculty members, office managers, and administrative staff
Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Awareness of ecosystems and environmental sciences to manage forest and agroforest areas, wetlands, water bodies, and riparian zones
  • Familiarity with farm equipment and smaller research plot equipment
  • Candidate should be detail-oriented and possess strong organization and communication skills
  • Strong oral and numerical communication skills
  • Ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
  • Must be willing to travel locally and regionally occasionally

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