Job description
TerraNova AgroScience is a market-leading provider of sustainable agriculture solutions focused on crop yield, soil health, and resource efficiency. Based in Salinas, CA, we partner with growers across the Central Coast to scale innovative practices from research to field implementation.
We are seeking a Senior Agronomist to lead field research, optimize crop production strategies, and drive data-driven decisions that improve profitability and environmental stewardship.
This role offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, professional growth, and a dynamic, purpose-driven team.
Responsibility
- Design, oversee, and evaluate field trials for row crops and specialty crops from planning to data analysis.
- Develop agronomic recommendations for irrigation, fertilization, pest and disease management, and soil health improvements.
- Collaborate with breeders, extension services, and production teams to translate research into practical grower guidelines.
- Analyze yield and quality data to optimize production systems and minimize environmental footprint.
- Manage data collection, analysis, reporting, and the creation of standard operating procedures for trials.
- Lead budget planning, scheduling, and coordination of field staff and contractors to ensure timely execution.
- Provide technical support to sales and on-site demonstrations with growers and field days.
Qualification
- Advanced degree in agronomy, crop science, soil science, or a related field; PhD preferred.
- 5+ years of hands-on field agronomy, crop production, or research experience.
- Strong knowledge of irrigation management, nutrient management, pest/disease control, soil health, and data analytics.
- Experience with experimental design and statistics (R, SAS, Python) and interpreting agronomic data.
- Proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing field trials on time and budget.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with growers, researchers, and internal teams.
- Willingness to travel within the Central Coast region and occasional overnight travel.