"Hourly Pooled - Research Assistant, Plant Sciences (Dr. Jabbour)"

Job Title: Research Assistant

Job Purpose: Research support in the insect agroecology lab supervised by Dr. Randa Jabbour in Department of Plant Sciences. This includes general research support in the area of biological pest control and lab management tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Specific tasks may include insect sampling sorting and identification, insect pinning and collection curation, literature search and summary, social science research on farmer decision making, data entry and organization, lab cleaning and safety, paperwork sorting and organization, furniture assembly and moving.

Competencies:

Ability to work independently, excellent communication and organization skills, accountability and dependability.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Interest in insects and agroecology.
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.

Required Application Materials:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.

Work Location:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

Hiring Statement/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

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