Visiting Scholar

Location: CFAES – Department of Food, Agricultural, and Biological Engineering

Wooster Campus
Appointment Type: Temporary 1 year or less

Position Summary

The Visiting Scholar will support research activities in plant production systems and laboratory analyses within the Department of Food, Agricultural, and Biological Engineering. This position involves hands-on work in both nursery and laboratory settings, contributing to data collection, analysis, and presentation of research findings.

Key Responsibilities

• Plant Care and Data Collection (20%)
  Potting, irrigating, fertilizing, and collecting growth data on plants at the nursery.

• Laboratory Maintenance (20%)
  Assist with laboratory organization, inventory management, and routine maintenance tasks.

• Laboratory Analyses (20%)
  Perform water sample collection and preparation, analyze physical properties of growing media, and conduct chemical calibrations.

• Molecular and Microbial Analysis (20%)
  Conduct DNA extractions and microbial community analysis.

• Data Analysis and Presentation (20%)
  Analyze experimental data and prepare reports or presentations for internal and external audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Plant Science, Biology, Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Science).
• Basic knowledge of plant care and laboratory techniques.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction, microbial analysis).
• Familiarity with data analysis software and statistical methods.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.