[Hiring] Agronomy Analytics Specialist @Sunrise Systems

Role Description

We are specifically seeking someone who has worked with agricultural datasets. Geospatial Analytics background IN THE CONTEXT OF AGRICULTURE is important. We don't want candidates who are heavy in Geospatial Analytics, but without agricultural background. We are also not seeking a pure agronomist, without the analytics background. This is a good mixture of agronomy and geospatial analytics.

• Support data analytics and reporting for marketing initiatives focused on agronomic value of Client’s technologies.
• Work with large agricultural datasets from connected equipment, field trials, remote sensing platforms, and environmental data sources to generate actionable insights for internal stakeholders, dealers, and customers.
• Manage analytical projects from start to finish, including:
  • Data processing
  • Statistical analysis
  • Visualization
  • Interpretation
  • Communication of results
• Projects will involve:
  • Operational datasets (from planters, sprayers, combines, etc)
  • Geospatial datasets such as soil maps and satellite imagery
  • Agronomic datasets including weather, soil, and scouting data
• Quickly understand project objectives, develop an analytical approach, execute the work, and deliver well-supported recommendations and conclusions.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate analytics through PowerPoint slides or PDF summaries.
• Ability to assemble material in an easy to understand and professional way.
• A Master's degree candidate is likely what you will want to target; a PhD could be qualified, but be wary of candidates without any practical experience.

Requirements

• Technologies used:
  • Required: ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, R, Databricks
  • Nice to have: Client Operation Center, Python, Tableau, Power BI

Benefits

• ACA compliant medical coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Sick time benefits as required per State regulations

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $44.00-$46.00 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Contact

Madhu Sudhan J: [email protected] | 319-242-4032 | URL: www.sunrisesys.com