IPM Research Technician — Field & Lab Support (PT)

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Yuma, Northern (AZ, KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Arizona seeks a Temporary Research Technician I (Part Time) in Yuma to support IPM research on vegetable crops. The role covers insect rearing, sampling, data collection, and field plot maintenance under supervision in laboratory, greenhouse, and outdoor settings.

Responsibilities include maintaining colonies, recording data, performing routine tasks, and assisting researchers. Requires a high school diploma and valid driver’s license; 20 hours/week with benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency is required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for travel to field sites.
• Experience with insect colonies and lab practices is desirable.
• Ability to work outdoors and in lab/greenhouse environments.

Responsibilities

• Insect rearing and lab research: maintain colonies, prepare materials, and monitor colonies.
• Field/greenhouse research: plant crops, maintain plots, and assist trials.
• Insect sampling and monitoring in research plots and fields.
• Record and organize laboratory and field data using standard systems.
• Prepare samples and research materials; maintain safety and organization.

Skills

Data entry

Follow protocols

Insect rearing

Insect sampling

Data management

Lab safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Field work

Lab/Greenhouse

Education

High school diploma

Job description

University of Arizona seeks a Temporary Research Technician I (Part Time) in Yuma to support IPM research on vegetable crops. The role covers insect rearing, sampling, data collection, and field plot maintenance under supervision in laboratory, greenhouse, and outdoor settings.

Responsibilities include maintaining colonies, recording data, performing routine tasks, and assisting researchers. Requires a high school diploma and valid driver’s license; 20 hours/week with benefits eligibility.