Manager, Field Station

The Florida Field Station Manager provides regional technical leadership and oversees all station operations, encompassing research project management, biological trial supervision, facility operations, EHS compliance, and personnel development at the Florida Field Station in Apopka, FL. Responsibilities Oversee Daily Operations & Compliance: Manage all field station activities, site maintenance, logistics, and equipment while strictly enforcing EHS protocols, safety audits, and environmental compliance. Lead Teams & Foster Collaboration: Directly supervise, train, and develop a team of 3–5 research specialists and technicians (plus 1–3 seasonal staff), while planning and executing site Field Days and tours for stakeholders. Manage Budgets & Resources: Direct the station's budget, track expenditures, allocate resources, and secure capital funding to support ongoing and future operations. Drive Project Coordination & Trial Management: Partner with Corporate Marysville, OH research teams to plan, monitor, and execute fieldwork. Conduct biological trials utilizing standard software (ARM or Minitab) in strict alignment with Good Research Practices (GRP). Facilitate Communication & Reporting: Serve as the primary site liaison, delivering operational and project updates to diverse audiences, including R&D teams, business leaders, and external visitors. Provide Regional Technical Leadership: Apply high‑level original thinking to design experimental research plans, analyze data, and translate results into actionable recommendations for warm‑season lawn and garden portfolios, leading to innovative product development, cost reductions, and compelling consumer claims. Qualifications Education Minimum of an M.S. degree (Ph.D. preferred) in a biological science such as Horticulture, Agronomy, Plant Pathology, Entomology, or Soil Science. Experience With an M.S.: 5–7 years of relevant research and managerial experience. With a Ph.D.: 2–4 years of relevant research and managerial experience. Technical Expertise Strong practical knowledge of general horticultural principles for cultivating warm‑season turf, ornamentals, tropical foliage, and vegetables. Specialized expertise in areas such as plant nutrition, soil science, growing media, or weed/pest management is required. Research & Tools Strong command of experimental design, statistics, and Good Research Practices (GRP). Proficient in Agricultural Research Manager (ARM), Google Workspace, and MS Office, with familiarity in Minitab or SAS. Knowledgeable in smart/IoT technologies and GIS‑based programs applied to consumer Lawn & Garden research. Leadership & Communication Proven ability to manage projects, motivate teams, and drive career development for station personnel. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English fluency required; Spanish language skills are a plus) to influence product strategy and present to diverse audiences. Core Attributes A genuine passion for the consumer lawn and garden industry, paired with an innovative, well‑organized mindset and a commitment to continuous operational improvement. Salary range: $111,500.00 - $131,200.00 per year. Incentive eligible under corporate bonus programs. EEO Statement Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug‑free workplace. EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Notification to Agencies: Please note that the Scotts Miracle‑Grove company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hawthorne Gardening Co.