peppers, etc.) with additional opportunities to work with small fruits, tree fruits, and ornamental crops. Responsibilities will also include lab (post-harvest assessments), office (data entry, preparing extension materials, maintenance of inventory, budget and compliance records), and supervisory (oversee part-time employees, assist graduate student research) tasks.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a plant science related field (Horticulture, Crop and Soil Science, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Weed Science, etc.) or a combination of education and extensive experience in a related field. Knowledge of production horticulture and farm practices including the planting, maintenance, and harvesting of commercial horticultural crops, or similar crops. Detail oriented and self-motivated to implement research trials and collect data. Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive, etc.). Ability to train, manage, and mentor hourly employees and student labor. A successful candidate must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Virginia Driver’s License and a Virginia commercial pesticide applicator license within three months of start date. Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs and have a willingness to learn to operate farm machinery and trailers safely.
Preferred Qualifications
Basic laboratory skills and/or basic understanding of statistics. Knowledge of pesticides. A successful candidate would ideally be eager to learn and hone new skills. Some experience in extension, agriculture education, or agricultural communications.
