General Scientist

Performs professional environmental services, including consulting, program planning, information management, assessment, characterization, monitoring, social assessment, field logistics, sampling, studies, analysis, compliance, advisory, impact statements and assessments under NEPA, assessments and investigations under RCRA and CERCLA, and remediation and reclamation. Provides expertise in field of study including but not limited to environmental science, geography, archaeology, chemistry, botany, biology, etc.

- Master's or Ph.D. degree in agriculture, agronomy, plant science, animal science, soil science, agricultural economics, environmental science, or a related field.

- Experience conducting scientific research, preferably in agriculture or related disciplines.

- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency in statistical analysis and data interpretation.

- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate scientific concepts effectively to diverse audiences.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.

- Experience in grant writing, project management, and budget oversight for research projects is preferred.

- Knowledge of USDA programs, priorities, and initiatives related to agricultural research and development is desirable.

- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in research practices and team dynamics.

CORE COMPETENCIES

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Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader

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Leadership – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives

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Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people

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Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels

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Motivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions

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Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams

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Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications

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Organization – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees:

• Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives.
Group Health Insurance Benefits:

• Medical: ProSidian partners with BC/BS, to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs.

• Dental: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.

• Vision: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP.

For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis.

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.

• Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor’s appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given.

• Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.

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