Research Agronomist
A. Duda & Sons Inc.
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- Pay
- $32 to $37
- an hour
- Location
- Oxnard, CA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Nov 7
- 1 day ago
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About the company
A. Duda & Sons Inc.
Real Estate · 11 to 50 employees
The Viera Company is shaping one of the nation’s premier master-planned communities - Viera, Florida. We combine decades of land stewardship, bold vision, and thoughtful design to create a hometown that feels modern, connected, and built to last.
Viera’s neighborhoods, parks, commercial districts, and open spaces are all part of a larger story: a thriving community where quality of life, sustainable growth, and a sense of place come together. We’re building more than a town, we’re creating a legacy.
What you'll do
- Support the full lifecycle of vegetable research trials, including setup, field execution, data collection, analysis, reporting, and presentation, primarily for celery.
- Coordinate with research and production teams, support breeding and seed activities, and assist with sampling and basic laboratory work.
What you need
- A bachelor's degree in agronomy, plant breeding, horticulture, biology, or a related field is required, with a master's degree preferred.
- The role calls for at least one year of relevant experience, strong Excel and data-management skills, organizational ability, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively; a Pest Control Advisor license or Certified Crop Adviser credential is preferred.
- Education: a bachelor's degree or a postgraduate degree
Key skills
Agronomic ResearchField Trial SetupData CollectionData AnalysisExcelData ManagementTrial RecordkeepingReport WritingData VisualizationPresentation SkillsPlant BreedingSeed ProductionTissue SamplingLaboratory AnalysisOrganizationAttention To Detail
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Research Agronomist
Location: Oxnard, CA
Reports To: VP of Research & Development
Hiring Pay Range: $32.00 to $37.00/hour
Classification: Salaried, Non-Exempt
Bonus: Eligible for a discretionary bonus
Position Summary
Duda Farm Fresh Foods is seeking a Research Agronomist to join our Research & Development team in Oxnard, California. Reporting to the VP of Research & Development, this role supports West Coast production research and helps optimize vegetable production through disciplined, data-driven field trials.
The Research Agronomist will assist with the full lifecycle of research trials, from setup and field execution through data collection, analysis, reporting, and presentation of results. The primary crop supported will be celery, with opportunities to work with other vegetable crops produced by Duda Farm Fresh Foods.
What You'll Do
Assist with field trial setup, planting coordination, mapping, treatment identification, maintenance, evaluation, and harvest.
Collect agronomic, quality, and post-harvest data and maintain accurate trial records.
Analyze research data and develop reports, summaries, visualizations, and presentations.
Support breeding programs with trials, seed production, selections, and other research activities.
Coordinate with research, production, harvest, and processing teams to support successful trial execution.
Assist with tissue sampling, basic laboratory analyses, seed preparation, and treatment labeling.
Handle confidential research and intellectual property information appropriately.
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Plant Breeding, Horticulture, Biology, or a related field; master's degree preferred.
One or more years of experience in plant breeding, agricultural research trials, or related work.
Strong Excel and data-management skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
Valid driver's license required.
Pest Control Advisor license and/or Certified Crop Adviser credential preferred.
This position works across offices, laboratories, greenhouses, warehouses, cold-rooms, and field environments. Travel to other growing and research locations may represent approximately 25% of the role, and occasional work outside normal business hours or on weekends may be required.
Compensation: The hiring range for this position is $32.00 to $37.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. This is a salaried, non-exempt position and is eligible for a discretionary bonus.