Undergraduate Research Assistant

The Ohio State University; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University invites applications for an Undergraduate Research Assistant in FAES | Entomology. The Gardiner Urban Ecology Lab conducts field and lab work in entomology and ecology, including insect collection, trap setup, plant identification, and counting plants in field sites. Location is Kottman Hall (0340).

Position is temporary (fixed term) with 10 scheduled hours and First Shift. Final candidates may undergo a background check, drug screen, or physical, and the university is

Qualifications

• Field and lab research skills in entomology and ecology.
• Ability to handle insects and perform data entry.

Responsibilities

• Insect collection and setting up/picking up of insect traps.
• Plant identification and counting of plants in field sites.
• Insect pinning, identifying insects, and data entry in the lab.

Job description

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Job Title: Undergraduate Research Assistant

Department: FAES | Entomology-Interim-JM

The Gardiner Urban Ecology lab seeks a student research assistant. This position will involve field and lab work relating to entomology and ecology. Required field responsibilities will include insect collection, setting and picking up of insect traps, plant identification, and counting of plants in field sites. Required lab responsibilities will include insect pinning, counting insects collected from traps, insect identification, and data entry.

Additional Information:

Location: Kottman Hall (0340)

Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours: 10

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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