Research Specialist Sr.

Job Description To conduct weed science research leading to efficient and effective weed control in agronomic and vegetable crops for the farmers of Virginia through a better understanding of herbicide activity. Helping students and staff on smart farming studies involving UAV, and robots. May carry or use a firearm as a part of daily responsibilities. Required Qualifications Knowledge of general agriculture, especially production, and, in particular, weed science; experienced in small plot design herbicide applications and analysis of data, experienced to handle research and farm equipment, skills and experience in filing and organizing data, ability to interpret data, conducting field surveys for herbicide-resistance evaluations and to meet and communicate with diverse groups, which may include growers, extension agents, scientists in industry and university systems. Knowledgeable about working on computer, using excel, word, and powerpoint and using data entry software. Responsible for animal control; May carry a use a firearm as a part of daily responsibilities. Preferred Qualifications Pay Band 3

Overtime Status Non-Exempt:

Eligible for overtime Appointment Type Regular Salary Information $55,000 - $65,000 Hours per week 40 Review Date April 20, 2026 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. This position does not sponsor work visas About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance . These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Vijay Singh at vijaysingh@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.