Part-Time Osmoderma Field Assistant - Mitchell Lab
About The Position
The Mitchell lab in the Department of Entomology is recruiting undergraduate researchers to assist in insect pheromone ecology and chemoreception as a part broader study on chemical ecology of wood boring insects. Job responsibilities will involve travel to study sites (within 1 hour of State College), insect collection at the sites, and insect identification, with opportunities to assist with chemistry and molecular biology benchwork. Relevant job training will be provided; students will gain familiarity with methods of forest entomology, insect monitoring, and pheromone collection and analysis using GC-MS.
Nice To Haves
- Completed coursework involving insect classification (or prior job experience)
- Valid driver license
Responsibilities
- Travel to study sites (within 1 hour of State College)
- Insect collection at the sites
- Insect identification
- Assist with chemistry and molecular biology benchwork
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
