Agronomy Research Associate (Project Hire)
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About the Role & TeamThe Walt Disney Resort maintains a unique 90-acre tree farm (browse farm) that provides valuable foliage to feed the leaf-eating animals at Disney's Animal Kingdom and Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge.In this temporary project-based role, you will work with our nutrition and farm partners to coordinate and evaluate methods to increase the productivity, diversity, and sustainability of the browse farm.This is an estimated two-year Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement. In this role, you will report to the Animal Nutrition Operations Manager.What You Will DoResearch horticultural/agronomic techniquesMeet regularly with farm and nutrition managementSample plants and soil in the fieldEnter and analyze data from field testsMeasure biomass productionCollect data on palatability of the browse varieties to different animal speciesCommunicate results to a variety of technical and non-technical audiencesHelp with master planning of the farm and future farm expansionsCollaborate with partners to disseminate the results of research through appropriate journals, articles, and scientific presentations and share knowledge with Resort guests and visitorsRequired Qualifications & SkillsMinimum of 3 years of experience in agronomy, horticulture or related field, ideally with field experience in the southeastern United StatesAbility to balance the needs of multiple projects and partnershipsStrong organizational, problem solving, and time management skillsProficient using Excel to efficiently manage dataExcellent written and oral communication skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience with non-traditional forage crops, agroforestry, or vineyardsEducationBachelor's degree or equivalent experience in agronomy or horticulture or related fieldPreferred EducationMaster's degree or equivalent experience in agronomy or horticulture or related fieldAdditional InformationBenefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life! This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide! Learn more about our benefits and perks at #DXMedia#li-jh6