Part-Time Osmoderma Field Assistant - Mitchell Lab

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The Mitchell lab in the Department of Entomology is recruiting undergraduate researchers to assist in insect pheromone ecology and chemoreception as a part broader study on chemical ecology of wood boring insects. Job

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will involve travel to study sites (within 1 hour of State College), insect collection at the sites, and insect identification, with opportunities to assist with chemistry and molecular biology benchwork. Relevant job training will be provided; students will gain familiarity with methods of forest entomology, insect monitoring, and pheromone collection and analysis using GC-MS. Preference given to students who have completed coursework involving insect classification (or prior job

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) and have a valid driver license. Pay starts at $16/hour and the position will be up to 40 hours/week from May–August. For any questions, contact Dr. Robert Mitchell (rfmitchell@psu.edu) and Kiran Parajuli (kxp5666@psu.edy) BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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