Insect Ecology Research Assistant — Field & Data Analysis

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 19,673 - 28,019; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University seeks undergraduate research assistants to work on insect ecology studies at the Southeast Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Manheim, PA. Responsibilities include designing protocols, collecting data, and communicating research results.

Applicants must be able to drive between the center and farms. The starting compensation for the role is $17.31 per hour, and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Must be an undergraduate student able to assist in research projects.
• Have a valid driver's license and ability to operate a vehicle.
• Strong communication skills to share research findings.

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively design experimental protocols.
• Collect and curate data.
• Learn data analysis techniques in R and conduct analyses.
• Share results through presentations and written communications.

Skills

Data analysis techniques in R

Effective communication

Experimental protocol design

Education

Undergraduate status

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University seeks undergraduate research assistants to work on insect ecology studies at the Southeast Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Manheim, PA. Responsibilities include designing protocols, collecting data, and communicating research results.

Applicants must be able to drive between the center and farms. The starting compensation for the role is $17.31 per hour, and a valid driver’s license is required.