Assistant, Program
Southeastern Michigan Health Association•Wayne, MI
•Hybrid
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Program Assistant will be responsible for conducting mosquito surveillance, identifying mosquitoes by species, and submitting specimens for laboratory testing. Candidates MUST submit a Cover Letter & an updated Resume with the application.
Requirements
- MUST have a valid driver’s license with a reliable transportation
- At least two years of college with courses in biology or other sciences (required).
- Ability to work in an office environment, laboratory and outside in field conditions.
- Ability to walk up and down stairs, over uneven terrain, and through fields, woods or industrial locations.
- Ability to lift, move, carry equipment and supplies that weigh up to 50 pounds.
- Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Nice To Haves
- Candidates working towards a degree in Biology, Environmental Health, or a closely related field are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Contact businesses in Wayne County to request permission to conduct mosquito surveillance on their property.
- Monitor weather conditions for optimal mosquito surveillance.
- Set mosquito traps in appropriate locations for the target species and collect the traps the following day.
- Sort and identify mosquitoes by species and submit specimens for laboratory testing.
- Maintain a database of surveillance results.
- Charge batteries, maintain surveillance equipment, and keep an orderly workspace.
Benefits
- None
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
