Bartlett Tree Experts
Research Scientist Arboriculture
Bartlett Tree Experts, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
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The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company (BTE) is a premier commercial/residential tree care company that employs over 500 arborists and 3,500 total employees in more than 130 offices in the United States, Canada, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.
The Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories (BTRL) are the research, diagnostic, and technical training heart of BTE. They are located in Charlotte, North Carolina, Cornelius, Oregon, and Reading, United Kingdom. The Charlotte lab serves as the central research and diagnostic center and is housed on a 360‑acre accredited arboretum containing more than 32,000 accessioned trees and shrubs.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401k retirement plan
Paid time off and holidays
Research Lab
NC
– 10/15/2025. Regular Full‑Time.
Job Summary The Arboricultural Research Scientist works with a team of Research Scientists to develop and lead applied research programs in landscape plant health care, plant pest management, tree physiology, and soil science. The role combines scientific investigation, technical expertise, and educational outreach to support BTE’s arborist representatives, clients, and internal teams.
Responsibilities
Develop applied research programs in arboriculture with emphasis on tree health, structural integrity, and resilience to environmental stressors.
Conduct research on biomechanics, pruning practices, structural support systems, root management, tree preservation, lightning protection, and soil science.
Collaborate with industry partners and BTE offices to develop and evaluate new management tools.
Publish research results in scientific journals, industry trade magazines, and company publications.
Provide on‑site technical support and training to BTE offices, including field‑based diagnostic support.
Develop and maintain Bartlett technical management recommendations.
Create A/V programs on landscape plant issues and soil care for educational use.
Answer requests for information from BTE arborists via phone, text, MS Teams, and email.
Participate in BTE training programs including bi‑annual technical updates, sales meetings, client seminars, and Arborist representative training sessions.
Develop and maintain contacts with tree care industry professionals and societies.
Lead and organize the activities of Research Associates, ensuring alignment with research goals.
Provide regular updates on research progress and field activities to the Director of Research at BTRL.
Minimum Requirements
Ph.D. in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Soil Science, Tree Physiology, Urban Forestry, or a closely related program.
Proficiency with field plot and lab experimental design and statistical analysis.
Experience/knowledge of integrated pest management and soil science.
Professional experience or studies in woody landscape plant identification.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience giving scientific presentations and trainings for diverse audiences.
Overnight travel required for research, meetings, and branch office technical support.
Preferred Requirements
Knowledge of or willingness to learn field and lab‑based diagnostic techniques relevant to arboriculture.
A balanced background in both lab and field experimentation, including tree stability assessments, soil analysis, root system evaluations, and physiological monitoring.
Familiarity with cultural and mechanical strategies for managing tree health, including pruning techniques, soil amendments, mulching practices, and other factors that influence tree structure and development.
The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
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Research Scientist Arboriculture
role at
Bartlett Tree Experts .
The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company (BTE) is a premier commercial/residential tree care company that employs over 500 arborists and 3,500 total employees in more than 130 offices in the United States, Canada, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.
The Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories (BTRL) are the research, diagnostic, and technical training heart of BTE. They are located in Charlotte, North Carolina, Cornelius, Oregon, and Reading, United Kingdom. The Charlotte lab serves as the central research and diagnostic center and is housed on a 360‑acre accredited arboretum containing more than 32,000 accessioned trees and shrubs.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401k retirement plan
Paid time off and holidays
Research Lab
NC
– 10/15/2025. Regular Full‑Time.
Job Summary The Arboricultural Research Scientist works with a team of Research Scientists to develop and lead applied research programs in landscape plant health care, plant pest management, tree physiology, and soil science. The role combines scientific investigation, technical expertise, and educational outreach to support BTE’s arborist representatives, clients, and internal teams.
Responsibilities
Develop applied research programs in arboriculture with emphasis on tree health, structural integrity, and resilience to environmental stressors.
Conduct research on biomechanics, pruning practices, structural support systems, root management, tree preservation, lightning protection, and soil science.
Collaborate with industry partners and BTE offices to develop and evaluate new management tools.
Publish research results in scientific journals, industry trade magazines, and company publications.
Provide on‑site technical support and training to BTE offices, including field‑based diagnostic support.
Develop and maintain Bartlett technical management recommendations.
Create A/V programs on landscape plant issues and soil care for educational use.
Answer requests for information from BTE arborists via phone, text, MS Teams, and email.
Participate in BTE training programs including bi‑annual technical updates, sales meetings, client seminars, and Arborist representative training sessions.
Develop and maintain contacts with tree care industry professionals and societies.
Lead and organize the activities of Research Associates, ensuring alignment with research goals.
Provide regular updates on research progress and field activities to the Director of Research at BTRL.
Minimum Requirements
Ph.D. in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Soil Science, Tree Physiology, Urban Forestry, or a closely related program.
Proficiency with field plot and lab experimental design and statistical analysis.
Experience/knowledge of integrated pest management and soil science.
Professional experience or studies in woody landscape plant identification.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience giving scientific presentations and trainings for diverse audiences.
Overnight travel required for research, meetings, and branch office technical support.
Preferred Requirements
Knowledge of or willingness to learn field and lab‑based diagnostic techniques relevant to arboriculture.
A balanced background in both lab and field experimentation, including tree stability assessments, soil analysis, root system evaluations, and physiological monitoring.
Familiarity with cultural and mechanical strategies for managing tree health, including pruning techniques, soil amendments, mulching practices, and other factors that influence tree structure and development.
The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Bartlett Tree Experts by 2x.
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