Education Program Specialist - University Park

Job summary

The Esker Laboratory in the Department of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a motivated candidate to join our team as an Education Program Specialist.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate should possess strong knowledge of plant pathology and field crop production, as well as experience in field research design and data collection.
• Familiarity with statistical software such as SAS or R, and excellent oral and written communication skills are also essential.
• A bachelor's degree in plant pathology or a related field, with experience that matches the required knowledge for the position is required, an advanced degree (MSc or PhD) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead our field research program, which includes small-plot research conducted on university research farms, as well as on-farm large-scale research in collaboration with grower cooperators.
• Collaborate with industry partners to establish field research trials and contribute to extension activities, including writing extension articles, presenting talks, attending extension and industry meetings, and collaborating on the development of new extension materials.
• Supervise and mentor field researchers in the lab group and provide training on field equipment, as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

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