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Muriel Reakirt
Science/Math Departmental Secretary
muriel.reakirt@darton.edu
Division of Science/Mathematics
Darton College
2400 Gillionville Road
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 317-6559
Muriel Reakirt
Science/Math Departmental Secretary
muriel.reakirt@darton.edu
Division of Science/Mathematics
Darton College
2400 Gillionville Road
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 317-6559
AGRICULTURAL SCIENTIST
Agricultural scientists apply principles of physical and life sciences to protect, develop, and manage agricultural and environmental resources. Nearly all specialize in applying scientific techniques to a particular product or problem.
Areas of Specialization:
- Agronomy
- Animal husbandry
- Horticulture
- Range management
- Soil conservation
- Soil science
Work Activities:
- Research and develop principles and theories
- Conduct field observations and carry out experiments
- Map and classify soils
- Identify problems in soil use and provide and manage solutions
- Test new methods of production and control
- Write and present technical reports and read scientific literature
- Find new uses for established crops and grow new crops
- Teach at colleges and universities
Skills and Aptitudes:
- Apply scientific principles to everyday problems
- Objectively analyze data and produce clear reports
- Use power tools, hand tools, and laboratory equipment
- Good verbal and oral communication skills
- Good understanding of commercial software or computer programming
- Photography and map preparation/interpretation
- Thoroughness and attention to detail
- Good mathematical abilities
Work Settings:
- Outdoor field sites
- Laboratories
- Greenhouses
- Offices
- Classrooms
Employers:
- Colleges and universities
- Research centers
- State, federal, and local government
- Self-employment
- Real estate firms
- Loan offices
- Farm management agencies
- Agricultural businesses
Hiring Practices:
- Bachelor's degree minimum educational requirement to work in non-research areas, inspection , or nurseries.
- Ph.D. degree necessary to teach, conduct independent research, or for advancement to administrative positions.
- Persons with apprenticeship, internship, Tech Prep, or cooperative learning experience may be the most competitive
- Some employers prefer applicants with farming experience
Wages:
- Average entry wage is approximately $29,760 per year in Georgia
Program of Study at Darton College to Pursue Career
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