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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The College of Agricultural Sciences seeks applicants to assist with field, greenhouse, and lab experiments, caring for insect colonies and performing laboratory experiments in the Hermann Lab. Two main projects are: 1) Aphid-natural enemy chemical ecology and 2) Hemp insect identification and management. The aphid-natural enemy project will will focus on how predatory and parasitic insect odors affect aphid behavior through lab experiments and field pest insect abundance through field trials in vegetable systems. The hemp project will focus on identifying the insect communities that visit and use industrial hemp cropping plants and lab experiments on hemp aphid biological control using ladybeetles. Candidates will work closely with members in the lab to collect insects, identify them and assess their damage on plant growth, crop yield and plant defensive chemistry. Candidates may assist with other lab side projects throughout the summer. For all projects, no experience is necessary, but a passionate personality and inquisitive nature are helpful.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research Focus: Predator-prey interactions in agricultural systems and chemical ecology

• Research will Include: Lab, greenhouse, and fieldwork (planting, recording arthropods on plants, assisting in experimental setup, collecting insects via various sampling methods), collecting plant volatiles, working with insects/arthropods, assisting in insect colony care, and assisting in plant care

Requirements and Qualifications

• Candidates must be enthusiastic and self-motivated, detail-oriented, willing to work flexible hours, enjoy working in the lab and outside, and be able to work independently.

• This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid US driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks . A personal vehicle is not required.

• Candidates must have a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.

• Will require the ability to work in an outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat, precipitation, and cold.

Location and Commitments

• The work will be at the Agricultural Sciences and Industries Building on the University Park campus, at Rock Springs Agricultural station, and at various farms across the state of Pennsylvania.

• 40 hours/week for a limited period, specific working times are flexible and will be discussed and set at the beginning of field season.

• Most work will be restricted to weekdays and normal working hours but there may be occasional data collection events that require weekends or odd hours.

Duration of Appointment

• Mid-Late May/Early June to August (with possible extension into the academic year).

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