Field Scientist at Douglas Products and Packaging Company LLC – Remote

Job Description for

Field Scientist

Department: Research & Development

Job Status: Full-Time

Classification: Exempt

Reports To: Chief Technology Officer

Direct Reports: None

Company Overview:

Douglas Products has pioneered manufacturing and marketing specialty products, focusing on high-quality brands in the global agriculture production and structural pest control markets for over 100 years. With a legacy built on partnership, innovation, and expertise, we are the market leader in structural and post-harvest agricultural fumigation, offering unparalleled solutions in drywood termite control through our flagship products, Vikane® and ProFume®. Our commitment to quality, stewardship, and regulatory excellence drives our mission to protect and enhance business value for our customers worldwide.

Summary:

The Field Scientist is responsible for developing and managing research protocols to answer critical questions associated with new use patterns, product defense, and issue resolution, analyzing and summarizing information for project decision-making, and providing technical support for assigned projects, products, and geographies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of assigned projects, including protocol development, resource management, data analysis, budget tracking, and final summary report.
• Provide input based on critical technical data analysis for project decision-making.
• Provide necessary critical review and evaluation of new and proposed regulatory requirements based on existing information.
• Provide technical support by developing and/or reviewing written responses to commercial, customer, and consumer questions using available resources such as product labeling, regulatory studies, regulatory requirements, research reports, and knowledgeable internal and external stakeholders.
• Revise existing and write new product labels and manuals.
• Develop technical content for multiple delivery platforms for new technologies, regulations, and markets for use by internal and external stakeholders, industry personnel, customers, and consumers.
• Develop and deliver training for new technologies, regulations, and markets.
• Provide a critical review of content developed by R&D, Commercial, and Regulatory personnel for external release.
• Write research and technical publications for submission to refereed publications, scientific proceedings, and regulatory agencies.
• Proactively and collaboratively work with internal and external stakeholders to achieve desired project and work goals.
• Actively engage with key external researchers, regulatory personnel, and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage the final approved annual budget for assigned activities effectively.
• Develop new or revise existing critical internal processes and process flows as needed.
• Stay current with relevant scientific and technical developments through self-directed professional reading, participation in scientific meetings, networking with professional colleagues, participation in industry associations as required by Douglas Commercial, and participation in professional development opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Required: Ph. D. in Entomology, Agronomy, Weed Science, Plant Pathology, or other life sciences.
• Required: Experience working with pesticides (agriculture and/or urban use).
• Preferred: Experience working with fumigants
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision across diverse environments, including home/virtual offices, agricultural settings, urban environments, and laboratories.
• Advanced proficiency in computer-based applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe products, and SAS software (with specific expertise in JMP).
• In-depth knowledge of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles and practices, with demonstrated application in urban, agricultural, and quarantine environments.

Competencies:

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage and track multiple projects to completion within established timelines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of effectively conveying complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences across a variety of delivery platforms.
• High level of adaptability and problem-solving skills, with the ability to remain effective in environments of uncertainty and change.
• Ability to work collaboratively across organizational levels and with individuals from diverse professional, educational, and cultural backgrounds.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

Work Environment and Conditions:

• Work effectively with limited supervision.
• Be able to perform at a high level in various environments, including home/virtual office.
• Able to work collaboratively across cultures and with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Able to work effectively both in a team environment and independently.

Expected Hours of Work:

• Work hours frequently extend beyond an 8-hour day and 40-hour week.
• Evening, late night, and weekend hours are occasionally required.

Travel Requirements:

• The ability to travel up to 35-45% of the time is required.
• Overnight travel is required.
• Ability to travel inside and outside of the United States is required.

Location:

Remote – United States

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Douglas Products is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We also accommodate disabilities and pregnancy-related needs as required by law.