Part-Time Summer Research Assistant - Lopez-Uribe Lab

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established university is looking for a dedicated Summer Research Assistant to join the Department of Entomology. This part-time role involves curation of insect specimens, greenhouse plant care, and conducting experiments with bees in semi-field conditions. The position requires flexibility in hours and the ability to work in varying conditions. This is a great opportunity for those passionate about entomology and research, offering hands-on experience in an academic environment focused on agricultural sciences.

Responsibilities

• Curation of insect specimens for the collection.
• Care of plants in the greenhouse.
• Manipulation experiments with bees in lab.

Skills

Flexibility in hours

Ability to work in greenhouse and field conditions

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Department of Entomology in the College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking applicants for part-time job of Summer Research Assistant.

Job duties to include:

• Curation of insect specimens for the collection
• Care of plants in the greenhouse
• Manipulation experiments with bees in the lab in semi-field conditions

Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:

• Flexibility in hours is required for this work
• Ability to work in greenhouse and field conditions

Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $15/hr.

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