Field Research Assistant: Wildlife & Tick Studies

Penn State University; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking summer research support technologists for the Veterinary Entomology Laboratory in the Entomology Department. Responsibilities include field and laboratory work focusing on ticks and wildlife, with duties ranging from trapping rodents to environmental assessments.

The role requires early mornings, long days during trapping rounds, and comfort working in varied conditions. An hourly rate of $15 is offered, with related background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research projects related to ticks and wildlife, including rodent trapping and tick dragging
• Work with rodents and wildlife (mice, squirrels), ticks, horses, and deer as part of field studies
• Perform data entry, camera trap evaluation, cleaning, and restocking supplies as needed
• Handle environmental assessments and laboratory studies related to veterinary parasitology/entomology

Job description

Penn State University is seeking summer research support technologists for the Veterinary Entomology Laboratory in the Entomology Department. Responsibilities include field and laboratory work focusing on ticks and wildlife, with duties ranging from trapping rodents to environmental assessments.

The role requires early mornings, long days during trapping rounds, and comfort working in varied conditions. An hourly rate of $15 is offered, with related background checks required.