~12d ago
$14/hour

Part-Time Field Research Assistant - Fikrig Lab

Penn State University Parkmid
Research AssociateLaboratory & Life Sciences
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The starting rate for this job is $14/hour. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful

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    The Department of Entomology in the College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking a Field Assistant for a graduate research study on mosquitoes. The position will involve driving to field sites around the state of Pennsylvania to conduct mosquito collections, as well as mosquito identification, data entry, and other tasks to support the project.

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    The starting rate for this job is $14/hour.

     

    Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

     

     

     

    Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

     

    Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

     

    Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

     

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    Penn State University Park
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    About this job

    Pay per year
    ≈ $29,120 a year
    59% below the $71,469 median for Research Associate jobs on Jobera (441 salaries).
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    12 days ago
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    Part-Time Field Research Assistant - Fikrig Lab$14/hour