Bartlett Tree Experts
Molecular Plant Disease and Insect Diagnostician
Bartlett Tree Experts - Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
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The Bartlett Tree Expert Company has been in the business of providing exceptional tree care services to clients for over 100 years. We are the largest family-owned tree care company in the United States. We pride ourselves on offering science-based tree care and have extensive resources at the Bartlett Tree Research Laboratory in Charlotte, NC.
The Bartlett Tree Research Laboratory provides plant problem diagnostics, technical support, and training to the 140+ field offices and 2,000+ field staff that make up the Bartlett Tree Expert Company. The Bartlett Plant Diagnostic Laboratory evaluates approximately 15,000 woody ornamental samples per year collected on US and Canada client properties by Bartlett arborists. The
molecular plant disease and insect diagnostician
will be responsible for running and developing the molecular testing side of the diagnostic lab, with the aid of technicians and seasonal interns. The molecular diagnostician will perform/supervise the performance of all molecular testing and will report results to submitters and communicate with them as needed. In addition, the molecular diagnostician will assist with employee training, technical support, presenting at meetings, and support of research projects if necessary.
Benefits We offer competitive compensation, as well as:
Medical, HSA/FSA, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401k retirement plan
Vacation time
Paid holidays
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Responsibilities Principle Responsibilities Include:
Run the molecular testing side of the diagnostic lab
Keep track of all samples receiving molecular testing
Subsample plant material to be tested
Run/supervise diagnostic tests currently in use
Troubleshoot assay and equipment issues, communicating with other scientists and scientific companies as needed
Implement and develop new assays based on published procedures
Participate in the evaluation of new diagnostic techniques and technologies as needed
Keep track of inventory and order necessary supplies
Send material out for sequencing, edit returned sequences, provide for relevant samples
Write diagnostic reports (read by employees and clients) based on sample findings
Interact with Bartlett Arborist Representatives via phone, email, and occasional field visits
Provide support to Representatives by answering questions about sample diagnoses, pest/disease problems, and management recommendations
Represent the Diagnostic Lab at company and industry events by giving talks, setting up displays and demonstrations, and interacting with attendees
Assist other lab groups (Research, Horticulture/Plant Conservation) with their molecular work
Assist with Arborist and Plant Health Care Specialist training virtually and in-person.
*Be prepared to occasionally work extended hours during peak sample submission time (summer)
Qualifications Required Qualifications:
PhD (preferred) or MS in molecular biology, plant pathology, entomology, or a related discipline
Experience with column-based and automated DNA extraction, conventional PCR, and qPCR
Experience with editing/BLASTing sequences for identification
Ability to troubleshoot molecular diagnostic assays and equipment issues
Ability to focus and concentrate while performing detailed tasks for extended periods of time, i.e. molecular testing and report-writing
Ability to work effectively as a team member
Ability to travel
Excellent oral/written communication and self-motivation skills
Proficient in Microsoft programs (i.e., Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
Willingness to learn
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of pests and diseases that affect ornamental trees and shrubs
Experience with plant problem diagnostics
Knowledge of tree physiology
Exposure to arboriculture
The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
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Research Lab Location : State/Province
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Research Latest Post Date: englishcareers
5/27/2025 Type
Regular Full-Time
The Bartlett Tree Research Laboratory provides plant problem diagnostics, technical support, and training to the 140+ field offices and 2,000+ field staff that make up the Bartlett Tree Expert Company. The Bartlett Plant Diagnostic Laboratory evaluates approximately 15,000 woody ornamental samples per year collected on US and Canada client properties by Bartlett arborists. The
molecular plant disease and insect diagnostician
will be responsible for running and developing the molecular testing side of the diagnostic lab, with the aid of technicians and seasonal interns. The molecular diagnostician will perform/supervise the performance of all molecular testing and will report results to submitters and communicate with them as needed. In addition, the molecular diagnostician will assist with employee training, technical support, presenting at meetings, and support of research projects if necessary.
Benefits We offer competitive compensation, as well as:
Medical, HSA/FSA, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401k retirement plan
Vacation time
Paid holidays
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Responsibilities Principle Responsibilities Include:
Run the molecular testing side of the diagnostic lab
Keep track of all samples receiving molecular testing
Subsample plant material to be tested
Run/supervise diagnostic tests currently in use
Troubleshoot assay and equipment issues, communicating with other scientists and scientific companies as needed
Implement and develop new assays based on published procedures
Participate in the evaluation of new diagnostic techniques and technologies as needed
Keep track of inventory and order necessary supplies
Send material out for sequencing, edit returned sequences, provide for relevant samples
Write diagnostic reports (read by employees and clients) based on sample findings
Interact with Bartlett Arborist Representatives via phone, email, and occasional field visits
Provide support to Representatives by answering questions about sample diagnoses, pest/disease problems, and management recommendations
Represent the Diagnostic Lab at company and industry events by giving talks, setting up displays and demonstrations, and interacting with attendees
Assist other lab groups (Research, Horticulture/Plant Conservation) with their molecular work
Assist with Arborist and Plant Health Care Specialist training virtually and in-person.
*Be prepared to occasionally work extended hours during peak sample submission time (summer)
Qualifications Required Qualifications:
PhD (preferred) or MS in molecular biology, plant pathology, entomology, or a related discipline
Experience with column-based and automated DNA extraction, conventional PCR, and qPCR
Experience with editing/BLASTing sequences for identification
Ability to troubleshoot molecular diagnostic assays and equipment issues
Ability to focus and concentrate while performing detailed tasks for extended periods of time, i.e. molecular testing and report-writing
Ability to work effectively as a team member
Ability to travel
Excellent oral/written communication and self-motivation skills
Proficient in Microsoft programs (i.e., Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
Willingness to learn
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of pests and diseases that affect ornamental trees and shrubs
Experience with plant problem diagnostics
Knowledge of tree physiology
Exposure to arboriculture
The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
Location : Name
Research Lab Location : State/Province
NC Category
Research Latest Post Date: englishcareers
5/27/2025 Type
Regular Full-Time