Science Advisor Davey Institute Seattle WA

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Service Line: 1COR - Kent-Corporate 

Education Level Required: Masters 

Travel Expectations: Up to 50% 

 

Anticipated Start Date: July 1st 2020

 

The Davey Tree Expert Company is one of the largest employee owned companies in the United States.  Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

 

Davey is seeking an entomologist to fill the position of Science Advisor for the Pacific Northwest Region. As a subject matter expert, science advisors link research & development at the Davey Institute to technical service programs prescribed by field operations teams across North America.  Davey field personnel perform diagnosis of biotic and abiotic problems to prescribe the best products, application procedures, and cultural solutions for our clients' needs. 

 

You will be joining a geographically distributed team of regional subject matter experts in plant health care.  Davey Institute scientists are recognized experts with advanced degrees in fields such as entomology, horticulture, urban forestry, forestry, turf, agronomy, plant pathology, plant physiology, computer science or botany.   Science Advisors share the Davey Institute's collective body of knowledge with field technicians and clients through site visits, training seminars, and electronically accessible photo, and video databases.  Science Advisors also contribute, by attending industry & academic conferences, vetting new products & services, or performing scientific research. 

 

 

Who We're Looking For:

 

*MS or PhD in entomology or related plant science discipline *Ability to work with multiple collaborators in a team-based work environment

*Talent for teaching to an audience of professionals and laypersons 

*Strong communication skills for presenting in person, remotely, and via technical writing *Prior experience using technology to communicate scientific concepts and research required *Willingness to travel locally and nationally up to 50% *Required: Valid Driver's license and ability to lift, up to 50 pounds

What You'll Do:

 

*Assist Davey Service Lines in strategic, growth-oriented programs *Provide consultative support to field operations and clients via telephone, internet, and site visits *Screen new products or services in support of Davey Institute research and development *Assess treatment responses, both indoors and outdoors, which may involve lifting, digging, and chemical applications. *Serve as subject matter expert during business development, bid development, or client meetings

What We Offer*

 

*Full time salaried position (competitive for qualifications and experience) *Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP); 401k with employer match after 1 year of service *Employer sponsored health, vision, dental, life and short-term disability coverage *Reimbursement for industry related certification and professional development *PTO, sick time, and paid holidays

*for eligible employees

Requisition Number: 61887  

Company Name: The Davey Tree Expert Company 

Employment Type: Regular 

Job Type: Full Time 

Work Experience Required: 3 - 5 years 

 

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.  As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law. 

 

The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit www.davey.com

 

If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.

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The Davey Tree Expert Company
Website : http://www.davey.com