Aquatic Ecology Field & Lab Research Assistant

EKU Careers; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 6,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University is seeking an undergraduate student researcher to assist with aquatic ecology studies on the Richmond Campus. The role involves hands-on field and laboratory tasks, such as fish collection and identification, macroinvertebrate sampling, and stream habitat assessment, with training provided.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work safely outdoors in varying conditions; there is some travel less than 2 hours away, and duties include data

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Responsible, punctual, and able to follow protocols precisely.
• Interest in ecology, conservation, or fish and wildlife management.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and managing data
• Proper handling of animals to minimize stress and mortality
• Maintaining accurate and efficient record keeping

Skills

Data collection

Field safety

Record keeping

Laboratory skills

Education

Undergraduate student

Tools

Seines

Backpack electrofisher

Job description

Eastern Kentucky University is seeking an undergraduate student researcher to assist with aquatic ecology studies on the Richmond Campus. The role involves hands-on field and laboratory tasks, such as fish collection and identification, macroinvertebrate sampling, and stream habitat assessment, with training provided.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work safely outdoors in varying conditions; there is some travel less than 2 hours away, and duties include data