Satellite Research Specialist

AgReliant Genetics, LLC

Satellite Research Specialist leading and executing operational and testing activities at corn and soybean research locations in Northern IL and Southern WI. Ensuring quality and efficiency while managing seasonal teams and field experiments.

Posted 4/17/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for leading and executing advanced operational and testing activities at corn and soybean research testing locations
Organizing field experiments, managing seasonal teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives
Ensuring the quality, safety, and efficiency of research operations while contributing to strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration
Leading and participating in all phases of field activities, including seed packaging, planting, pollination, note-taking, harvesting, and shelling
Managing seed inventory systems and ensuring accurate tracking and maintenance of seed stocks
Organizing and executing field experiments, including site selection, planting, scouting, spraying, and harvest coordination
Recruiting, training, and supervising seasonal employees, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards
Identifying and implementing strategic opportunities to improve operational efficiency and research outcomes
Developing and implementing benchmarking strategies to monitor and enhance key deliverables
Operating and calibrating field research equipment such as planters, sprayers, and combines
Ensuring compliance with all safety protocols and promoting a culture of safety across all activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or related field
Five (5) or more years’ experience working within field-focused research programs
Demonstrated experience in leading research operations and managing teams
Experience operating and repairing agricultural equipment required
Must be able to obtain a pesticide/herbicide applicator license
Must have valid driver’s license and meet MVR guidelines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match (eligible 1st of the month following date of hire)
Generous vacation time & paid holidays
Volunteer Time Off
Paid parental leave
Tuition and Health Club reimbursement
Company paid Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Company paid life insurance and optional supplemental life insurance
Health savings account (HSA) with a company contribution
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

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Hard Skills & Tools

field experimentsseed packagingplantingpollinationnote-takingharvestingshellingoperating agricultural equipmentcalibrating field research equipmentbenchmarking strategies

Soft Skills

leadershipteam managementorganizational skillscross-functional collaborationcontinuous improvementtrainingsupervisionstrategic planningsafety compliancecommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Agronomypesticide/herbicide applicator licensevalid driver’s license