Research Scientist - Entomology

Ag Metrics Group; Thonotosassa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ag Metrics Group is seeking an experienced senior research scientist to manage a premier agricultural research station in the Southeast. You will lead a multidisciplinary team across field, greenhouse, and lab settings, conducting trials in crop protection, sustainable agriculture, and product development.

You will shape client programs, oversee staff and facilities, and advance innovative agricultural technologies.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Entomology, Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Science, or related agricultural science.
• 5+ years of agricultural research management and product development experience.
• Proven experience leading scientific and field-based teams.
• Demonstrated entomology expertise, including insect pest management and applied agricultural research.

Responsibilities

• Lead research station operations and multidisciplinary scientific and farm teams.
• Design and oversee field, greenhouse, and laboratory crop protection trials.
• Lead and develop the entomology program while supporting other research.
• Ensure scientific quality, data integrity, timely reporting and project delivery.
• Build relationships with clients and cooperators.
• Develop research proposals and support new business opportunities.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, facilities, equipment, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Research management

Entomology expertise

Insect pest management

Field trials

Education

Master’s or Ph.D. in Entomology, Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Science

Job description

We’re seeking an experienced research scientist and proven leader to manage a premier agricultural research station in the Southeast. This senior role combines scientific leadership, station operations, team management, and client engagement.

You’ll lead a multidisciplinary team of researchers, technicians, and farm staff conducting field, greenhouse, and laboratory trials in crop protection, sustainable agriculture, and product development. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful applied research while helping shape the growth of our Southeast operations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead research station operations and multidisciplinary scientific and farm teams
• Design and oversee field, greenhouse, and laboratory crop protection trials
• Lead and develop the station’s entomology research program while providing scientific support across other research programs
• Ensure scientific quality, data integrity, timely reporting, and successful project delivery
• Build strong relationships with clients and cooperators
• Develop research proposals and support new business opportunities
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, facilities, equipment, and regulatory compliance

What You Bring

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Entomology, Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Science, or a related agricultural science
• 5+ years of agricultural research management and product development experience
• Proven experience leading scientific and field-based teams
• Demonstrated entomology expertise, including insect pest management, insecticide/pesticide efficacy, and applied agricultural research
• Experience managing field, greenhouse, and laboratory research programs
• Strong client communication, scientific reporting, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated leadership, organization, and business development capabilities

Why This Role?

Join an established agricultural research organization where you’ll have the autonomy to lead a research station, develop a talented team, work directly with industry clients, and help advance innovative crop protection and agricultural technologies.