Visiting Scholar

Job Title: Visiting Scholar

Department: FAES | Entomology

The Visiting Scholar will gain hands‑on experience across a variety of agricultural systems while supporting applied research initiatives at the Wooster Campus, College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences
. This position focuses on integrated pest management, pollinator health, and invasive species research in specialty crops including onions, peppers, cucurbits, and grapes. This is a temporary appointment of less than one year, designed to provide practical field, laboratory, and greenhouse experience in agricultural research.

• Assist with field experiment setup, including planting, plot layout, and treatment applications.
• Conduct data collection in field and greenhouse environments.
• Support greenhouse experiments, including plant care and maintenance.
• Participate in research projects focused on:
  • Integrated vegetable pest management (onions and peppers)
  • Pollinator health in cucurbit production
  • Invasive species management in grape systems
• Record, organize, and maintain accurate research data.
• Assist with general research station operations and maintenance as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a related field, including but not limited to:
  • Agriculture
  • Plant Science
  • Horticulture
  • Entomology
  • Crop Science
  • Plant Pathology
  • Biology (with plant or ecological focus)
• Demonstrated interest in agricultural research or field‑based work.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Prior experience with agricultural fieldwork, research trials, or greenhouse operations.
• Familiarity with pest management practices or pollination ecology.
• Basic data collection and record‑keeping experience.

• Location:
  
  Wooster Campus, College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences.
• Appointment Type:
  Temporary (less than 1 year).
• Schedule:
  
  Seasonal/variable hours based on research needs.
• Scheduled
  
  Hours:
  
  40 per week.
• Shift: First Shift.
• Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check; a drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.