Entomologists are scientists who focus specifically on the study of insects. They examine growth, behavior, nutrition and how they interact with plats. Additionally, they design and implement research plans to support the selection of new insecticide products. Responsibilities: Job Title are responsible for monitoring insect feeding behavior, visiting farms and other research trial plots to collect insect samples, applying experimental and commercial insecticides to pest targets and their habitats, managing trial establishment and collection of data, budgeting for research work, and providing management reporting in regard to trial/research processes
Education Requirements:
Recommended High School Courses:
Agriculture Education
Mathematics
Science (Earth, Chemistry, Biology, Botany)
Education/Training:
Doctoral Degree in Entomology, Biology, or Zoology
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