Field Research Specialist, AgNUE
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Urbana, IL · Posted October 20, 2026
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About the job
Duties Responsibilities Collect plant, soil, gas, and water samples from field sites, and prepare supplies for these sampling campaigns. Install, maintain, repaire, and troubleshoot gas analyzers, automated chambers, and soil sensors in the field. Process and analyze plant, soil, gas, and water samples in the laboratory. Organize, compile, and quality check datasets, and process raw data using spreadsheet templates and R scripts. Order and inventory materials and supplies for AgNUE research activities. Supervise undergraduate students assisting with this project, including training, assigning work, and tracking work performance and deliverables.