Part-Time Spotted Lanternfly Predator Research Assistant

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University seeks a motivated research assistant to help with greenhouse experiments on predation of spotted lanternfly by native predators. The successful applicant will collect SLF life stages in the field, monitor enclosures with SLF and predators to document predation efficacy, and care for greenhouse plants.

Start date is mid-June and the work will likely continue into September, with hours ranging from 20 to 30 per week depending on needs. For questions, contact Dr.

Responsibilities

• Collects different life stages of spotted lanternfly (SLF) in the field.
• Monitors enclosures containing SLF and predators to document predation efficacy.
• Takes care of plants in the greenhouse.

Job description

Penn State University seeks a motivated research assistant to help with greenhouse experiments on predation of spotted lanternfly by native predators. The successful applicant will collect SLF life stages in the field, monitor enclosures with SLF and predators to document predation efficacy, and care for greenhouse plants.

Start date is mid-June and the work will likely continue into September, with hours ranging from 20 to 30 per week depending on needs. For questions, contact Dr.