RESEARCH SPECIALIST

A full-time research specialist position is available at Virginia Tech’s Alson H. Smith, Jr. Agricultural Research and Extension Center, located in Frederick County, Virginia.

https://www.arec.vaes.vt.edu/arec/alson-h-smith.html

Provide technical support in fruit pathology research field plots and laboratory experiments, applying treatments, collecting data and summarizing results.

Please see full job posting and apply online at:  www.jobs.vt.edu

Posting #517368

Required Qualifications:  Associate’s or BS degree in plant pathology/plant Protection and/or relevant/applicable experience in research related to fruit tree orchard management and pesticide application.

Employment Conditions:  Must have criminal background check and acceptable and safe driving record. Must be willing to train for and obtain a commercial pesticide applicators certificate.

Virginia Tech is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution