Hiring: Evaluation & Trials Coordinator Company: Seed Savers Exchange Location: Decorah, IA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 15:05:31 Target Skills & Keywords : SSE About the job Required Skills: •●    Document varieties in the collection by collecting performance and phenotype data, taking photographs, scanning plant material, and conducting taste tests •●    Oversee evaluation data collection and ensure data are accurately recorded in a timely manner •●    Collaborate with Preservation staff to assess priorities, develop goals, and implement strategies for collection management •●    Coordinate the Community Science ADAPT Program by selecting varieties to trial, coordinating seed distributions, leading participant engagement events and distributing results •●    Coordinate trials for the Collection to Catalog (C2C) Initiative, an interdepartmental program that seeks to bring exciting varieties from the seed bank to the catalog •●    Coordinate additional trials, as needed, to support collection curation efforts •●    Schedule varieties to grow for evaluation, ADAPT, and Collection to Catalog (C2C) trials using a complex database •●    Collaborate with Farm Director to assist with field work during peak times Qualifications: •●    Ability to work hard in varying weather conditions •●    Ability to stand, kneel, walk, push, and pull for extended periods of time •●    Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. (assisted) and lift/carry at least 50 lbs. (unassisted) •●    Degree or experience in horticulture, plant science, botany, or biology •●    Ability to keep accurate, detailed digital records in a fast-paced work environment •●    Excellent written and verbal communication skills •●    Applicants must have a valid driver’s license Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!