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Soil Scientist

Soil scientists study soil characteristics, map soil types and investigate the responses of soils under certain conditions by researching the chemical composition, structure and properties of soil. They perform scientific

Research Associate

Research associates perform and document research trials and projects under the supervision of a principal investigator (PI). The type of research that associates perform will depend on the PI that

Research and Development Manager

Research and development (R&D) managers lead a team of researchers for research activities and develop new agricultural products and processes for a company. This involves performing in-depth research on scientific

Plant Pathologist

Plant pathologists study the health of plants. They work to identify diseases, pests and other health problems a plant may experience. They mechanically inoculate (treat with a vaccine to produce

Microbiologist

Microbiologists study microorganisms that are found in various environments. They examine bacteria, fungi, viruses and other parasites to see how they grow and interact with the environment in which they

Entomologist

Entomologists are scientists who focus specifically on the study of insects. They examine insect growth, behavior, nutrition and how they interact with plants. Additionally, they design and implement research plans

Saltwater Husbandry Technician

Saltwater husbandry technicians are responsible for general farm operations including the feeding and care of fish grown in a saltwater habitat. Their duties require them to test and maintain saltwater

Embryologist

An embryologist provides reproductive services and research in the areas of embryo creation, IVF (in vitro fertilization), cloning and transgenic (deliberate gene modification) animal production. An embryologist will perform all

Analytical Chemist

Analytical chemists study chemical compounds to determine what they are composed of and how they interact with other substances. Their research has an important role in understanding the relationship between

Regulatory Scientist

A regulatory scientist is responsible for managing a product throughout the regulatory process. Products that are sold in the United States are subject to certain regulations based on government requirements.