Part Time Research Assistant- Extension Vet Team

Penn State University • University Park, PA

103d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Extension Veterinarian and Research Team seeks to hire part-time research assistants. This part-time position works directly with the veterinarians and researchers in Extension to complete research tasks and gather data. This position will help with field data collection assisting with applied research practices such as blood sampling and animal temperature assessment, among others. Furthermore, the successful candidate(s) will assist with data uploading and management, as well as laboratory samples analyses. A successful candidate(s) will work with Spanish-speaking farm personnel, will conduct surveys, interviews and questionnaires. While a bilingual candidate is preferred, it is not required.

Requirements

• Ability to assist with field data collection
• Experience with data management and uploading
• Ability to conduct laboratory sample analyses
• Ability to work with Spanish-speaking personnel (preferred but not required)

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and researchers in completing research tasks
• Help with field data collection, including blood sampling and animal temperature assessment
• Assist with data uploading and management
• Conduct laboratory sample analyses
• Work with Spanish-speaking farm personnel
• Conduct surveys, interviews, and questionnaires

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services