We currently have two open positions on the PRSC and are looking for pear industry representatives interested in science and research who would be willing to serve on this active committee and help guide research efforts in support of the PNW pear industry. There is one position open specifically for the Yakima area, and another at large position which would ideally be filled by someone from either the Mid-Columbia/Hood River area or the Wenatchee Valley.
If you are interested in being considered for an open position, please fill out this simple form and email it to tory@treefruitresearch.com by JUNE 15.
https://treefruitresearch.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/PRSC-Applicant-Form-March-2023-002.pdf
We seek to continually add new committee members to replace retiring members and to keep each group’s perspective fresh. The typical time commitment for members varies slightly by committee, but generally follow a common pattern:
| Time Commitment | |
| Priority Session | 90 min session |
| Preproposal Review & Voting | 90 min session |
| Review Full Proposals | 120 min session |
| Research Review | 3 – 7 hours |
| Committee Meeting | 2 – 4 hours |
| Total Time Commitment | 10-16 hours/year |
For more information on being a committee member, please visit https://treefruitresearch.org/about-us/committees/ .