Technical Data and Communication Support

The Ohio State University, Main Campus

Research Associate in the FAES Horticulture and Crop Science department at Ohio State University. Responsible for data management, statistical analysis, and communication of research findings.

Posted 5/12/2026part-timeColumbus • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Organizing, analyzing, and communicating results from greenhouse and nursery production research experiments.
Support data-driven decision-making and dissemination of findings.
Organize, review, and prepare research datasets for statistical analysis.
Analyze experimental data using SAS or comparable software.
Develop publication-quality figures, tables, and graphical summaries.
Assist in preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts and Extension publications.
Maintain organized project records and documentation for reporting.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
3 years of relevant experience with an associate’s degree, or 1 year of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisstatistical analysisexperimental data analysispublication-quality figuresgraphical summaries

Soft Skills

organizationcommunicationdata-driven decision-making

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeassociate’s degree