Student Bee Techncian

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Auburn University Bee Center seeks an undergraduate student to assist with honey bee and native bee research, mainly outdoors in Alabama’s hot, humid conditions, with some lab work. The role includes beekeeping tasks, field surveys, data entry, and outreach support.

Ideal candidates are enrolled at Auburn with an interest in entomology and plant–insect identification, and they should be able to work independently and as part of a team while learning new techniques.

Qualifications

• Enrolled student at Auburn University
• Interest in Entomology or related discipline
• Interest in plant and insect ID

Responsibilities

• Travel to field sites around Alabama
• Assist w/ field work including plant surveys & sweep netting
• Process insect specimens for pinning
• Assist w/beekeeping tasks such as hive management
• Build and maintain honey bee boxes
• Collect/Enter data into spreadsheets
• Assist w/outreach events

Skills

Interest in Entomology

Plant and insect ID

Outdoor work in heat

Job description

Overview

The Auburn University Bee Center is looking to hire an undergraduate student for a honey bee or native bee technician position. The new hire will assist with bee-related research mainly outdoors under typical (hot and humid) Alabama conditions although some laboratory work is also expected. The technician will encounter stinging insects. An interest in insects/plants is preferred. The new hire should have an eagerness to learn new skills and the ability to work in often difficult physical environments.

Responsibilities

• Travel to field sites around Alabama
• Assist w/ field work including plant surveys & sweep netting
• Process insect specimens for pinning
• Assist w/beekeeping tasks such as hive management
• Build and maintain honey bee boxes
• Collect/Enter data into spreadsheets
• Assist w/outreach events

Qualifications

• Enrolled student at Auburn University
• Interest in Entomology or related discipline
• Interest in plant and insect ID

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Valid U.S. Driver's License
• Ability to work outside for long periods
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn new techniques

Why Work at Auburn?

Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?

• Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
• Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
• Make a difference!Have the satisfaction of knowing YOUare a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.

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