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Posted: 03-Jun-26
Location: Merced, California
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Academic/Faculty
Agricultural Sciences
Internal Number: 7206532
Experimental Smart Farm Junior Specialist
University of California Merced
Position overview
Position title: Farm Specialist Salary range: See table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $57,000 Percent time: 100 Anticipated start: June/July 2026 Position duration: 1 year renewable Application Window
Open date: June 2, 2026
Next review date: Tuesday, Jun 16, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Monday, Aug 24, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Experimental Smart Farm Specialist will support the design, planning, and execution of applied agricultural research studies critical to the development and ongoing operation of the ESF. Working under the direction of the ESF Farm Coordinator, this position plays a key role in day-to-day farm operations and research implementation across both field and laboratory environments. This position is central to the development of UC Merced as an Agricultural Experiment Station and includes a strong emphasis on outreach and engagement with the broader community, helping to bridge cutting-edge agricultural research with education, public awareness, and community collaboration.
Responsibilities include safely operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting a variety of agricultural machinery and farm equipment, including but not limited to tractors, skid steers, front-end loaders, forklifts, and other mechanized implements. The incumbent is expected to demonstrate competency in tractor operation for field preparation, planting, cultivation, harvesting, material handling, and general farm maintenance activities, while adhering to all applicable safety protocols and university policies.
The position will assist in executing time-sensitive agricultural fieldwork activities such as planting, irrigation management, composting, harvesting, and site preparation. This includes conducting routine inspections, performing minor repairs, and ensuring operational readiness of farm equipment and infrastructure.
In addition, the incumbent will collect, manage, and analyze data generated through the implementation of smart farming technologies. Responsibilities may include monitoring sensor-based systems, supporting precision agriculture applications, and assisting with geospatial data analysis (GIS and/or remote sensing). Laboratory and computational duties will involve data systems administration, processing and quality control of field data, and maintaining organized research datasets.
The role also contributes to outreach and engagement efforts by supporting farm tours, assisting in the development of educational signage and materials, and collaborating with faculty, researchers, students, and community partners to facilitate events and programming at the ESF. This includes representing the farm in a professional manner to diverse audiences from the campus and broader Merced community.
Clear and effective communication of research activities and findings is required, including preparation of written reports, summaries, and oral presentations. The position requires close collaboration with faculty, research staff, and external partners.
Strict adherence to safety, compliance, and ethical research standards is mandatory at all times. The position may require working non-standard hours, including extended days, occasional weekends, and travel to support field operations and outreach activities.
This position requires possession of a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets university standards. Experience safely operating tractors and other agricultural equipment in a research or production setting is highly desirable.
Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
Qualifications
Basic qualifications
Preferred qualifications
Application Requirements
Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter (Optional)
- Authorization to Release Information Form - As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
'Misconduct' means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
Required Authorization of Information Release may be found at the linked page. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.
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Help contact: thankston2@ucmerced.edu
About UC Merced
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
'Misconduct' means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application: Required Authorization of Information Release Form.
Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for this position.
Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.
The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (Center of Institutional Effectiveness), UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs.
Job location
Merced, CA
To apply, please visit: https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF02187
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About University of California Merced
UC Merced is the first new American research university built in the 21st century, with a mission of research, teaching and service. The campus opened Sept. 5, 2005, in the San Joaquin Valley. The university is about an hour north of Fresno, two hours south of Sacramento, two hours southeast of San Francisco and the Silicon Valley, and 90 minutes west of Yosemite National Park.
The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system’s 10 campuses. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (https://cie.ucmerced.edu/analytics-hub/student-statistics), UC Merced is committed to interdisciplinary excellence in research and teaching as well as to diversity, equity and inclusion. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced provides outstanding educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The Merced 2020 Project doubled the phys...ical capacity of the campus, and enhanced academic distinction, student success, and research excellence (https://merced2020.ucmerced.edu/).
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy.
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