Entomologist – Vector AI Product & Lab Lead

Vectech; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Vectech is seeking an Entomologist to lead image data labeling and taxonomic tasks for our AI-powered vector surveillance products. You will work with engineers and researchers on-site in Baltimore, applying entomology expertise to label data, maintain taxonomy, and support field and lab operations.

You will conduct fieldwork, contribute to publications, and participate in product development while aligning with public health goals. A hands-on role with growth potential in a startup environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in entomology or vector biology or a related field.
• 1+ years of laboratory or field experience with mosquitoes, ticks or other arthropods of public health importance.
• Strong morphological identification skills for mosquitoes and ticks, with experience using taxonomic keys.
• High attention to detail and comfort reviewing large volumes of specimen images.
• Clear written and verbal communication with scientists, engineers, government partners and customers.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation to field sites, and ability to do field work.
• Comfortable working as the primary entomologist on site: setting priorities and advancing projects.

Responsibilities

• Review, annotate and label large entomological image datasets including genus/species and sex identification.
• Own and maintain the company taxonomy tree and reference taxonomic keys.
• Evaluate specimen and image quality and support customer data requests.
• Stay current with literature and customer species lists.
• Maintain arthropod inventories and oversee daily lab operations and requests.
• Rear and maintain mosquito or other insect colonies as needed.
• Write, follow and improve lab protocols and SOPs.
• Coordinate product testing and validation of new products with field teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Scientific communication

Fieldwork readiness

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Entomology or Vector Biology

Job description

Vectech is seeking an Entomologist to lead image data labeling and taxonomic tasks for our AI-powered vector surveillance products. You will work with engineers and researchers on-site in Baltimore, applying entomology expertise to label data, maintain taxonomy, and support field and lab operations.

You will conduct fieldwork, contribute to publications, and participate in product development while aligning with public health goals. A hands-on role with growth potential in a startup environment.