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Agricultural Scientist

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.
vision insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, 401(k)
United States, Oregon, Bandon
49864 U.S. 101 (Show on map)
Jun 26, 2025
Ocean Spray is hiring for a(n) Agricultural Scientist! We're a team of farmers, thinkers, creators, and doers. Whatever your title, whatever your role - it always comes back to this: we're a farmer-owned co-op where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Three maverick farmers started it all - and we've been making our own way ever since. Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. is currently looking for an Agricultural Scientist to support our Cranberry Grower-Owners in Oregon. The successful candidate will primarily work out of Ocean Spray's Bandon facility in Bandon, OR and be part of a team of Ocean Spray Agricultural Scientists that serves our growers industry-wide. The OR Agricultural Scientist will develop and implement research and outreach programs to support all phases of agricultural production for Ocean Spray Grower-Owners in the Oregon region, provide support to programs/initiatives in the areas of crop supply planning and pesticide-related risk management, advise grower harvest timing and help coordinate fruit deliveries to OSC's receiving facilities, and cooperate with University/government scientists, grower organizations, and chemical industry professionals to address issues important to the cranberry industry. A Day in the Life... Provide on-farm technical support to Grower-Owners. Implement outreach programs for Grower education and to facilitate research technology transfer. Provide support to the existing Oregon State University Extension program on behalf of OSC growers. Conduct applied research to address key production, pest management, fruit quality, and environmental needs. Work collaboratively with external (e.g. university) scientists as appropriate. Manage seasonal technicians if needed. Execute field sampling programs to support crop estimation, field inspections (supports contract management) and pesticide residue analysis. Be an integral member of our team of OSC Agricultural Scientists. Work collaboratively with the OSC Agricultural Operations (fruit receiving) network, and especially the Bandon Station, to ensure timely delivery of high-quality fruit. Represent the Cooperative as an information resource on matters relating to the overall business. Be familiar with the Cooperative's rules and recommendations for Grower-Owner practices in relation to producing and delivering the crop. Review and approve Pesticide Use Reports for individual farms. Attend Grower Industry meetings, workshops, and gatherings. What We Are Looking For: Required Bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences, pest management, crop management, soil science or related discipline. (Master's preferred) One or more years of experience (two preferred) in one or more of the areas stated above. Experience with spreadsheet construction, data analysis, data management and presentation. Ability to hold oneself and others accountable to stated goals and objectives and drive the completion of projects and initiatives. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to design and implement research projects. Valid driver's license and ability to operate a large passenger vehicle and/or pickup truck. Ability to formulate and prioritize appropriate work objectives, to document and drive progress and completion, and to document, summarize and present results all within defined time and cost parameters. Pesticide Applicator License is desired (for research plot work). Education: Bachelor's or University Degree (Required) Work Experience: At least 1 Year of Experience Benefits: Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs Health, Dental, and Vision insurance Health savings account Flexible spending account Life and accident insurance Employee assistance program Telehealth services Fertility benefits Transgender benefits 1:1 health coaching and more 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-end Short-Term Incentive/Performance bonuses Flexible scheduling options Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro-rated for your first year of employment) Holiday pay for 12 holidays Career development and growth opportunities Tuition/Education assistance programs Access to LinkedIn Learning Scholarship programs for children of employees Parental leave Bright Horizons Family Solutions - Back-up care, tutoring, etc. Adoption assistance Bereavement leave Up to $300 fitness reimbursement Up to $300 massage reimbursement Employee appreciation events Employee discounts Charitable giving Who We Are: You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what's better - canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future. Team members, farmers, consumers and communities alike--we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values: Grower Mindset - We embrace our grower-owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future. Sustainable Results - Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower-owners. Integrity Above All - We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower-owners, customers, consumers and each other Inclusive Teamwork - We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.