Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Design and implement laboratory, greenhouse, and field experiments focused on X-disease and its vectors
• Evaluate novel treatment approaches, including symbiont-based technologies
• Investigate vector biology, ecology, and transmission dynamics
• Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret complex datasets
• Communicate findings through reports, peer-reviewed publications, and stakeholder outreach
• Supervise and mentor project staff and support personnel
• Deliver presentations and develop educational materials for the tree fruit industry and scientific community

Requirements

• M.S. in Entomology or a related field
• Experience conducting research in tree fruit integrated pest management
• Demonstrated ability to design experiments and analyze data
• Complete understanding of entomology and entomological procedures
• Knowledge of commercial agriculture and commercial pest management
• Ability to obtain a pesticide applicator's license
• Proficiency in computer software and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on X-disease vectors and/or codling moth
• Experience working directly with tree fruit industry stakeholders
• Experience delivering extension presentations to the tree fruit industry

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Retirement and deferred compensation options

About the Company

Washington State University (WSU) is Washington's land-grant university, dedicated to academic excellence and innovative research. The WSU Wenatchee Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center focuses on advancing agricultural science to serve the state and the global community.