Research Manager

Practical Farmers of Iowa is seeking a Research Manager to lead applied research initiatives focused on understanding and communicating the impacts of cover crops and conservation practices on working farms. The role involves managing data collection, analysis, and visualization systems, with a strong emphasis on remote sensing and GIS technologies to assess crop performance and monitor conservation outcomes. This position requires coordinating collaborative projects with farmers, university researchers, and partners while securing funding and translating complex data into actionable insights for organizational learning and farmer decision-making.