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Research Technician I (Yuma, AZ) (Extended Temporary Employment)
Posting Number
req27001
Department
School of Plant Sciences-Res
Department Website Link
Plant Sciences
Location
Yuma
Address
6425 W. 8th Street, Yuma, AZ 85364 USA
Position Highlights
The Research Technician I will assist with installing and maintaining eddy covariance systems, soil-moisture sensors, weather stations, data loggers, and related field equipment. Duties will also include supporting irrigation activities, soil and plant sampling, crop measurements, data collection and organization, field records, and other research activities under faculty supervision. The position requires regular travel to University research facilities and cooperating commercial farms in Yuma County and surrounding agricultural regions. Work schedules may occasionally vary to accommodate irrigation events, equipment installation or troubleshooting, crop sampling, and harvest activities. The employee will work with advanced agricultural and environmental monitoring technologies and support research across multiple cropping systems.
This is an Extended Temporary Employment position.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate installing, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting eddy covariance systems, soil-moisture sensors, weather stations, data loggers, and related monitoring equipment.
• Support routine inspections, maintenance, and calibration records.
• Develop and implement field research across multiple cropping systems, including irrigation treatments, crop establishment, field maintenance, and data collection.
• Administer soil, weather, and crop conditions, assist with irrigation operations, and maintain accurate irrigation and field records.
• Collect soil, plant, biomass, yield, and other crop samples.
• Support crop measurements, harvest activities, sample processing, and accurate labeling and record keeping.
• Download, organize, and quality-check data from field sensors and experiments.
• Help identify data issues, maintain research databases, and support preparation of reports, tables, figures, and project documentation.
• Facilitate coordinating field activities with faculty, students, growers, and collaborators.
• Maintain field and equipment records, support training on field instruments and sampling procedures, and follow all safety requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of agricultural field research, irrigation, and crop production.
• Skill in using and troubleshooting field sensors and monitoring equipment.
• Ability to support irrigation scheduling and collect soil, plant, and crop measurements.
• Skill in organizing research data and maintaining accurate field records.
• Ability to travel to research and commercial agricultural fields in Yuma and surrounding regions and to work under field conditions is required.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.
Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according tothe University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in agricultural field research, irrigation management, crop production, environmental monitoring, precision agriculture, research instrumentation, sensor installation and maintenance, or research data collection.

FLSA
Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
$16.50 - $18.75
Compensation Type
hourly rate
Grade
2
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level
OC1
Job Family
Research & Lab
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
9/28/2026
Expected End Date
7/30/2027
Contact Information for Candidates
Dr. Ali Mohammed
alim3@arizona.edu
Open Date
9/4/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Special Instructions to Applicant
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