Research Associate (#0081311)

Description

Title : Research Associate

Position Number : 0081311

Hiring Unit : College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience (CTAHR), Department of Plant and Environmental Protection Sciences (PEPS)

Location : Honolulu, HI

Closing Date : November 19, 2025, 11 : 59PM HST

Band : B

Salary : salary schedules and placement information

Full Time / Part Time : Full-time

Month : 11-month

Temporary / Permanent : Permanent

Other Conditions : Position pending final clearance. For best consideration, all application materials should be submitted by November 19, 2025, 11 : 59PM HST.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the University of Hawaii IR-4 Program lead, independently conduct, coordinate, and technically arrange major pesticide efficacy, crop safety, and residue trials following good field and laboratory practices (GLP's) (guidelines set forth by the U.S. EPA).
• Independently conduct, coordinate, and technically arrange major pesticide efficacy, crop safety, and residue trials following good field and laboratory practices (GLP's) (guidelines set forth by the U.S. EPA).
• Coordinate with a Quality Assurance Officer to have critical phases of field trials inspected. Coordinate with and instruct experiment station personnel, growers, and student help in field preparation and maintenance operations.
• Field trials will be conducted on Oahu and neighbor islands; therefore independent travel for 1- to 2-day periods is required, as well as driving to field sites.
• Communicate with pesticide company technical representatives and CTAHR Cooperative Extension agents. Accurately calculate and measure the amount of pesticide needed per crop unit. Responsible for careful handling and application of pesticides.
• Develop new and modify existing sampling and data collecting methods. Visually and quantitatively measure the effectiveness and phytotoxicity of pesticides. Aid in planning of experiments and provide input on budget preparation.
• Collect crop samples (per SOP's) from research plots for residue analysis. Document pre-shipping and shipping conditions to ensure sample integrity. Coordinate with analytical laboratory regarding sample shipment and arrival dates. Package and ship crop samples in compliance with current regulations.
• Statistically analyze and interpret results of field trial data. Summarize pesticide performance and phytotoxicity and provide an organized report. Prepare reports for publication or submission to appropriate sponsor or agency.
• Calibrate and maintain pesticide application equipment. Perform careful calculations and adjustments to sprayer apparatus. Design and manufacture spray booms with appropriate nozzles and spray swath. Repair and maintain pressure regulators and gauges.
• Maintain current training in hazardous materials safety. Develop procedures and methods for proper handling of packages containing dangerous goods (DG) hazardous materials. Package and ship pesticides in compliance with current regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Denotes Essential Function

Minimum Qualifications

Supplemental Minimum Qualifications

Desirable Qualifications

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