PAID - Field Assistant
Tick Control Study - Apply by 4/30
A
part-time research assistant position is available for a tick control study in Prince
George's and Howard
Counties, Maryland beginning May 2016 through August 2016, potentially
extending into the
fall months. The research assistant will
accompany researchers to survey ticks, and assist with trapping
small mammals for tissue collection and tick assessments. The person may have
the opportunity
to assist with laboratory work (e.g., blood or tissue sample preparation), or
volunteer on
other field projects, and other clerical duties may be required. The
position will be paid $13.00/hour for up to 20 hours/week and does not include
overtime.
Qualifications -- The
preferred candidate will have an interest in wildlife or entomology, and will
have or be pursuing
a related degree in wildlife, entomology, natural resources, ecology or the
biological sciences.
Minimum
Qualifications
- Current, valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record
- Ability to lift 40 lbs, walk long distances over uneven terrain or marsh habitat in humid conditions with biting insects,
- Ability conduct field work at night, adapt to highly variable work, and exhibit flexibility in field work plans.
- Ability to work long/irregular hours.
- Experience with Microsoft word and Microsoft Excel.
- Demonstrated attention to detail in data collection, ability to follow directions, work as a team, effectively communicate with supervisors and coworkers, and maintain a positive attitude.
- Familiarity with vegetation of the Mid-Atlantic states and plant identification skills.
- Previous experience conducting scientific research in a field setting.
- Previous field experience capturing and handling small mammals.
To
apply -- please send a one page letter of interest and current CV/resume with
names and contact information
(phone and email) for two references as a single PDF to Andrew Y. Li at Andrew.Li@ars.usda.gov. The letter of interest should include career
plans, suitability for the job, and
dates/times of availability (starting and ending dates and ability to work
evening hours are particularly
important).
You
may also contact Erika Machtinger at Erika.Machtinger@ars.usda.gov if you have
any questions about
the work. Applications will be accepted
until April 30, 2016. USDA is an equal opportunity provider
and employer.