Universities of Wisconsin · 4 months ago
Pathways Intern: Waterfowl Parasitology
Stevens Point, WI
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$15/hr - $15/hrThe University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is seeking a Pathways Intern in Waterfowl Parasitology. The intern will be responsible for following biosafety protocols, handling waterfowl specimens, conducting dissections, and maintaining detailed records of parasite specimens.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Follows all approved biosafety protocols in the lab at all times
Plans and develops research objectives for individual projects and ensures that project deadlines are tracked and met
Coordinates collection and transport of waterfowl specimens donated from approved sources
Provides accurate identification of waterfowl specimens based on morphological characteristics
Follows standard operating protocols for examination of waterfowl specimens for complete survey of external and internal parasites
Collects host tissue samples for future examination of blood parasites and host genetic analysis
Locates and critically reads pertinent scientific literature and taxonomic keys for identification of parasite specimens
Creates and maintains consistent work schedule by the first week of the semester
Completes and submits all personnel information as required by deadlines, including timecards and schedule changes
Manages digital photo records for waterfowl specimens in accordance with museum record keeping standards
Ensures accurate and complete record keeping of host data and parasite specimens collected, identified and submitted to the parasitology museum collection
Maintains electronic records of parasite data and digital microscope images
Assists with compiling data for state and federal permit reports
Communicates professionally with other interns, students, faculty mentors as well as specimen donors and wildlife officials
Qualification
Required
Applicants must be enrolled in at least twelve undergraduate credits per semester
Be in good academic standing with the University
Maintain a 2.5 GPA
Ability to work approximately 6-12 hours per week during the semester
Majority of scheduled hours will fall between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (Monday through Friday) with occasional weekend hours as needed
Professional interest in biology or natural resources research, including ecology, evolution, wildlife disease, parasitology, waterfowl biology or museum collections
Knowledge and ability to properly handle animal carcasses and basic dissection tools
Knowledge and ability to use dissecting (stereo) and compound light microscopes
Knowledge and ability to use basic laboratory chemicals and cleaning and disinfecting procedures
Ability to maintain detailed, accurate records for procedures and specimens
Ability to work individually as well as in a team environment
Company
Universities of Wisconsin
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7MKey Investors
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
2019-01-01Grant· $7M
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