Field Associate
Beeflow
- Lynden, WA
- Temporary
- Part-time
- Assist in executing our pollination services to growers
- Participate in ongoing research and development trials if needed
- Participate in data collection by accurately recording key points and daily upkeep of data sheets and field notes
- Work efficiently and in a timely manner to complete daily activities in multiple different fields
- With the aim of meeting target data collection quantity for the season
- Assist in crop tagging - tag branches in different crops in a systematic way
- Provide feedback at the end of projects to determine avenues for improvement
- BS in Entomology, Agronomy, Plant Sciences, Biology, Ecology, or equivalent preferred
- Field research experience
- Interest in pollination and/or agriculture
- A valid driver’s license and confidence in driving for long periods of time
- Ability to communicate clearly, consistently, and promptly.
- Familiarity with Google Suite
- Comfortable working independently in the field with support from remote manager
- Must be detailed oriented
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is preferred
- Currently living in Bakersfield, CA area.
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time
- Ability to work with bees and wear appropriate protective equipment
- Ability to work in outdoor environments in varying weather conditions
- Must be comfortable working with bees and getting stung
- Opportunity to join an innovative and growing Ag Tech Start up whose mission is to contribute to the creation of a food system in harmony with nature.
- Work alongside a team of talented and passionate professionals, having the opportunity to make your first steps in the industry and learning about beekeeping and bee biology.
- Competitive salary