Visiting Scholar

The Ohio State University • Wooster, AR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides technical support for all activities associated with the barley breeding and genetics program. Responsibilities span laboratory, greenhouse, and field operations, with increased emphasis during peak planting and harvesting seasons.

Requirements

• Experience working with plants in field and greenhouse environments
• Bachelor's degree in environmental health, environmental sustainability, or a closely related field.
• Ability to perform physical work associated with field, greenhouse, and laboratory operations
• Attention to detail in data collection and recordkeeping
• Ability to work independently and as part of a research team

Responsibilities

• Package, label, and manage seed inventory
• Perform planting, plot maintenance, and routine crop care
• Collect field and greenhouse‑grown materials and conduct post‑harvest processing
• Assist with the setup, operation, and routine maintenance of field equipment, including tractors, planters, combine harvesters, threshers, seed treaters, and other small farm equipment
• Manage planting and harvesting of greenhouse‑grown materials
• Conduct analytical laboratory analyses of processed field materials
• Follow established protocols for sample handling, analysis, and documentation

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level