Student Research Assistant

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Job Title:

Student Research Assistant

Department:

FAES | Entomology-JM

The Forest Insect Ecology Lab (PI Dr. Kayla Perry) is seeking student research assistants for the 2025 summer to support ongoing research projects in the field and laboratory. Projects focus on the responses of arthropod communities to a variety of disturbances such as emerald ash borer, elm zigzag sawfly, invasive understory plants, and forest management. Responsibilities will include setting/collecting traps in the field, plant identification, processing and sorting insect samples, identifying insect specimens, recording and archiving data, and general laboratory organization and cleaning. Additional tasks could be assigned based on interest. Position will require some travel and overnight stay out of state.

Additional Information:

Desired qualifications: Interest and willingness to learn about and work with insects; background in biological or agricultural sciences; must have driver’s license; ability to work independently once trained; ability to work outside in varying weather conditions; strong organizational skills. Experience working in the field or laboratory is preferred, but not required. Experience with plant and/or insect identification is a major plus, but also not required.

Location:

Wooster Science Building (8002)

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

28

Shift:

Varying Shifts

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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