Position Overview
You will provide local and statewide leadership and educational programming in Integrated Pest 
Management in apple and tree fruit industries, supporting tree fruit growers in west Michigan to 
improve sustainability of their industries.

Through collaboration in research, engagement with community members, and dissemination of 
research-based information through various methods, including in-person and multimedia programming 
and written communications, you will explore and implement programs that lead to knowledge, 
attitudes, and behaviors that will improve the viability of the tree fruit industries. You will 
also develop, produce, and deliver tree fruit integrated pest management outreach materials with 
messaging and content that is accessible and inclusive and is consistent with the Agriculture and 
Agribusiness Institute messaging. This information will be essential to help Michigan tree fruit 
producers compete nationally and internationally with modern growing systems that incorporate 
cutting edge and technologically advanced IPM strategies, so to assist farmers to grow, harvest, 
and market a high-quality crop.

This position may be eligible to utilize a flexible work environment, however, there is an 
expectation to work from the Kent County Extension Office, Grand Rapids, Michigan. The needs, 
responsibilities, and opportunities of an individual’s position and office location drive the 
ability and amount of work- location flexibility.

This position is a full-time, fixed term end-dated appointment, renewable annually based upon 
successful performance and continued funding.

Qualifications                                                                             
      
Minimum Qualifications (see full description for complete list of requirements)
?     Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to horticulture, 
entomology, plant pathology, or crop science with a knowledge of integrated pest management 
principles or related field must be earned by date of hire.

Application Process                                                                             
    
View full description and apply through the MSU careers page. Search for posting 1017305 using the 
Job Search field.
Application Deadline: February 24, 2025