Entomologist: Chemical Ecology & Insect Behavior Research

University of Greenwich; England; Presencial; GBP 38 000 - 52 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Natural Resources Institute at the University of Greenwich invites applications for a research entomologist in the Agriculture, Health and Environment department. You will carry out behavioural bioassays and electrophysiological assays on arthropods as part of our work on beneficial insects and sustainable pest control.

The post holder will measure responses to chemical stimuli using electroantennography and single sensillum recordings, maintain arthropod colonies, conduct fieldwork in the

Qualificações

• PhD in behavioural entomology or arthropod chemical ecology.
• Experience with bioassays and electrophysiological assays.
• Ability to perform field work in the UK and abroad.
• Teaching at postgraduate/undergraduate level is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out behavioural bioassays and electrophysiological assays on arthropods.
• Maintain colonies in insectaries and assist with field work.
• Contribute to research outputs including publications and grant applications.
• Collaborate with the technical team and support teaching activities.

Conhecimentos

Behavioural entomology

Arthropod chemical ecology

Bioassay methods

Field work

Formação académica

PhD in entomology or arthropod chemical ecology

Ferramentas

Electroantennography

Single sensillum recording

Olfactometers

Wind tunnels

2D/3D tracking

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Natural Resources Institute at the University of Greenwich invites applications for a research entomologist in the Agriculture, Health and Environment department. You will carry out behavioural bioassays and electrophysiological assays on arthropods as part of our work on beneficial insects and sustainable pest control.

The post holder will measure responses to chemical stimuli using electroantennography and single sensillum recordings, maintain arthropod colonies, conduct fieldwork in the