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Penn State University · 18 hours ago

Part-Time Research Assistant - Wolfin Lab

Penn State University Park

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

New Grad

$16.74/hr - $16.74/hr

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a part-time research assistant in the College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Entomology. The role involves studying the behavior of specific fly species and performing laboratory experiments to develop technology for pest control.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Study the behavior of mushroom phorid Megaselia halterata and sciarid Lycoriela ingenua flies

Perform laboratory experiments to optimize attract and kill technology to be used in field experiments

Explore the vectoring dynamics and practicality of using natural enemies to control pest insects

Qualification

Laboratory experimentsPest control techniquesBehavioral studyResearch skillsAnalytical skills

Required

Current Penn State employee (faculty, staff, technical service, or student) must apply internally through Workday

Current Penn State student (not employed previously at the university) must apply internally through Workday

If not a current employee or student, must complete the application process for external applicants

Successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies

Company

Penn State University

There’s a reason Penn State consistently ranks among the top one percent of the world’s universities.

Founded in 1855

University Park, pa, US

10001+ employees

http://psu.edu

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Hamza Jamjoom

Co-Founder - Arts & Architecture Student Council

Kara Pytko

Co-founder of Virtual Scientist Webinar Series

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