Visiting Scholar

## Visiting Scholar Apply locations:
Wooster Campus time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R152666

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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.##
** Key Responsibilities
*** 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##
** Required Qualifications
*** 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##
** Preferred Qualifications
*** 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##
** Appointment Details**
* *
* 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## Additional Information:##

Location:

CFAES Wooster Administration Building (0549)## Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)## Scheduled

Hours:

40##
** 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.**
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