Student Research Lab Assistant: Field & Insect Studies

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); Vor Ort; USD 14.000 - 20.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sam Houston State University is seeking a Student Assistant Research for the ORSP lab in Huntsville, TX. The role supports invasive-species surveys, environmental monitoring, and outreach projects, performing routine lab tasks, data management, and specimen handling under supervision.

Hours: 20 per week at $12.50/hour. Training will be provided; ability to follow protocols, work with insects and preserved specimens, and maintain accurate records is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions and project protocols.
• Willingness to learn microscopy and data entry.
• Available to work up to 20 hours per week.
• Background in biology or physical sciences beneficial but not required.

Aufgaben

• Perform routine laboratory tasks and data management.
• Assist with field surveys, sample labeling, and specimen handling.
• Maintain spreadsheets and electronic records.
• Prepare traps, field kits, and outreach materials.
• Ensure lab safety and equipment cleanliness.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Data management

Lab safety

Organizational skills

Tools

Microscopes

Specimen mounting tools

Laboratory equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Sam Houston State University is seeking a Student Assistant Research for the ORSP lab in Huntsville, TX. The role supports invasive-species surveys, environmental monitoring, and outreach projects, performing routine lab tasks, data management, and specimen handling under supervision.

Hours: 20 per week at $12.50/hour. Training will be provided; ability to follow protocols, work with insects and preserved specimens, and maintain accurate records is essential.