Entomologist

Cawood Scientific • Baltimore, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

i2L Research USA is a contract research organization with a rich history of entomological science testing. Based in Baltimore Maryland, we partner with industry leaders to develop professional and consumer pesticidal products. Our work is instrumental in helping these clients achieve their research and development goals. Overview: We are looking for an experienced Entomologist to work at our Baltimore, Maryland location. The successful candidate will work both independently and under the supervision of a Principal Investigator on projects related to product optimization, claims development and product efficacy. They will work to deliver time sensitive data packages in support of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and state regulatory submissions.

Requirements

• Basic laboratory skills, including but not limited to analytical weighing, sample preparation and dilution, treatment application, insect culture maintenance, and test evaluations
• Demonstrated ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with and interest in conducting field trials, controlled environment chamber tests, and laboratory bioassays
• Strong critical thinking capabilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good computer skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a small team environment to achieve group objectives; ability to share technical knowledge with others and promote the development of the team

Nice To Haves

• The preferred candidate will hold a degree in Entomology with 2-4 years of practical experience but all experience levels are invited to apply.

Responsibilities

• Partnering with outside collaborators to see projects through single or multiple phases of a research and development cycle.
• Designing, implementing, and analyzing experiments to answer specific research questions.
• Development and implementation of bioassays to detect the effects of active ingredients on insect and crop pests in the lab and in the field.
• Supporting insectary activities and maintaining various insect cultures
• Data collection, collation, analysis and generation of reports using various software tools

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees