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Manager - Agricultural Research Stations is responsible for leading management and administrative functions of CFAES Ashtabula Agricultural Research Station, Kingsville, Ohio. Address field research topics on wine grapes, apples for hard cider, and other specialty crops in collaboration with CFAES faculty, OSU Extension Educators, and Field Specialists Serve as a member of the CFAES Operations team, working with managers for CFAES farms, field labs, and research stations. Manager - Agricultural Research Stations will coordinate with other field stations regarding equipment, labor, and other CFAES assets.
Management Duties & Field Operations:
Supervise field operations and allocate field space and services for research and extension programs
Hire, train, and supervise support staff
Supervise collection, summarization, and transmission of research data and records to PIs
Coordinate and facilitate education programs, field days, and workshops with OSU Extension personnel
Facilitate procurement of supplies and equipment, maintenance of facilities, equipment, and grounds
Prepare reports on research station activity for CFAES administration
Manage budgets and cost recovery
Follow university policies and processes related to HR, purchasing, and environmental health and safety
Direct and participate in field operations to establish experiments (plot layout, tillage, fertilization, pest control, planting, weed control and other cultural practices)
Coordinate utilization of labor, equipment, and supplies across both research stations
Direct efforts of staff to maintain facilities, grounds, equipment, trellis and fences
Collaboration & Communication:
Work collaboratively with CFAES faculty and OSU Extension professionals to advance research, OSU Extension, and education programs
May conduct applied field research or demonstration projects of interest to local agricultural clientele that complement or align with existing projects.
Maintain effective and professional communications internally and externally
Facilitate interaction between CFAES, area producers, and other clientele
Adjust schedules to meet peak workload demands
Position based at Kingsville, Ohio (Ashtabula County)
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in agriculture (equivalent education/experience)
Major: Viticulture/Enology, Crop Science or related field of study
Required Experience:
Bachelor's degree in crop science, plant pathology, entomology, Natural Resources, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in field research methods with perennial fruit crops and/or other specialty crops
3 – 5 years experience with agricultural operations and staff supervision
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to obtain Ohio Public Operator pesticide license within 6 months of employment
Driver's license
Ability to lift 50 pounds, stoop, kneel, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
Desired Experience:
Working knowledge of farm machinery operation, viticulture, enology and precision agriculture technology
Experience with viticulture, enology, other perennial fruit crops in a field research environment
Hiring salary rage: $58,700 to $77,200 The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications
This job profile is a Manager 1, Agriculture Administration (M1 level) on the career roadmap.
This includes medical, dental, vision, and pension options. The full benefits can be viewed at the link below and inputting the information specifics of the position. (i.e. staff, 100% FTE, & regular)
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