The Ohio State University
Manager, Ag Research Stations
The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43210
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Job Title:Manager, Ag Research Stations
Department:FAES | Research Operations Administration
Title: Manager
Agricultural Research Stations Reports to Director of Agricultural Operations for The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Responsibilities: Lead management and administrative functions of CFAES North Central and Muck Crops Agricultural Research Stations (Fremont and Willard, Ohio) Address field research topics on vegetable and agronomic 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 Coordinate with other field stations regarding equipment, labor, and other CFAES assets Management Duties (55%): 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 researchers Coordinate and facilitate education programs, field days, and workshops with OSU Extension Facilitate procurement of supplies and equipment, maintenance of equipment, facilities, 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 Field Operations (20%): Direct and participate in field operations to establish experiments (plot layout, tillage, fertilization, pest control, planting, weed control, irrigation, and other cultural practices) Coordinate utilization of labor, equipment, and supplies for N. Central and Muck Crops Research Stations Direct efforts of staff to maintain facilities, grounds, and equipment Collaboration and Research (10%): 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 Communication (15%): Maintain effective and professional communications internally and externally Facilitate interaction between CFAES, area producers, and other clientele Other: Works flexible/adjusted schedule to meet peak workload demands Position could be based at either Fremont or Willard, Ohio Travel required between North Central and Muck Crops Agricultural Research Stations (minimum two days per week per location) Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in agriculture (Master's degree preferred or equivalent education/experience) Major: Crop Science or related field of study Required Experience: Bachelor's degree in crop science (horticulture/agronomy, plant pathology, entomology, Natural Resources), or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience in field research methods Experience with agricultural operations and staff supervision Excellent communication and collaboration skills 5 years' experience in agricultural operations Ability to obtain Ohio Commercial Pesticide Applicator 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 and precision agriculture technology Experience with vegetable crops and agronomic crops operations in a field research environment Hiring salary range:
$58,700 to $77,200 based on education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.
Additional Information:
This job profile is a Manager 1, Agriculture Administration (M1 level) position on the career roadmap. The salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.
Location:Muck Crop ARS - Main (0786)
Position Type:Regular
Scheduled Hours:40
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the
Candidate Home
section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the
frequently asked questions .
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
As required by Ohio Revised Code section
3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
hr-accessibleapplication@osu.edu . If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these
frequently asked questions .
Current Employees and Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to
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to use the internal application process.
Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following: Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.
Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.
Job Title:Manager, Ag Research Stations
Department:FAES | Research Operations Administration
Title: Manager
Agricultural Research Stations Reports to Director of Agricultural Operations for The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Responsibilities: Lead management and administrative functions of CFAES North Central and Muck Crops Agricultural Research Stations (Fremont and Willard, Ohio) Address field research topics on vegetable and agronomic 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 Coordinate with other field stations regarding equipment, labor, and other CFAES assets Management Duties (55%): 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 researchers Coordinate and facilitate education programs, field days, and workshops with OSU Extension Facilitate procurement of supplies and equipment, maintenance of equipment, facilities, 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 Field Operations (20%): Direct and participate in field operations to establish experiments (plot layout, tillage, fertilization, pest control, planting, weed control, irrigation, and other cultural practices) Coordinate utilization of labor, equipment, and supplies for N. Central and Muck Crops Research Stations Direct efforts of staff to maintain facilities, grounds, and equipment Collaboration and Research (10%): 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 Communication (15%): Maintain effective and professional communications internally and externally Facilitate interaction between CFAES, area producers, and other clientele Other: Works flexible/adjusted schedule to meet peak workload demands Position could be based at either Fremont or Willard, Ohio Travel required between North Central and Muck Crops Agricultural Research Stations (minimum two days per week per location) Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in agriculture (Master's degree preferred or equivalent education/experience) Major: Crop Science or related field of study Required Experience: Bachelor's degree in crop science (horticulture/agronomy, plant pathology, entomology, Natural Resources), or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience in field research methods Experience with agricultural operations and staff supervision Excellent communication and collaboration skills 5 years' experience in agricultural operations Ability to obtain Ohio Commercial Pesticide Applicator 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 and precision agriculture technology Experience with vegetable crops and agronomic crops operations in a field research environment Hiring salary range:
$58,700 to $77,200 based on education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.
Additional Information:
This job profile is a Manager 1, Agriculture Administration (M1 level) position on the career roadmap. The salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.
Location:Muck Crop ARS - Main (0786)
Position Type:Regular
Scheduled Hours:40
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the
Candidate Home
section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the
frequently asked questions .
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
As required by Ohio Revised Code section
3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.