Full-time, Temporary Research Technician in Aquatic Ecology We seek a highly motivated individual to join our research team as a technician based at Washington University’s Tyson Research Center (www.tyson.wustl.edu) just outside of St. Louis, MO. The position is full time, but temporary, and would last 3-6 months. Start date is as soon as possible, but preferably no later than June. This would be an ideal position for an undergraduate looking for a summer research experience or for a recent graduate.
Experience in aquatic ecology, taxonomic identification, and sampling techniques preferred, but not necessary (on-the-job training will be provided). Willingness to work long hours in the field, under sometimes inclement and difficult conditions (e.g., muddy, mosquitoes and ticks, etc) is a pre-requisite. Must be willing and able to work as part of a team or independently as tasks require. Field work will revolve around questions of aquatic community assembly and restoration, and will consist primarily of establishing and sampling experiments in small ponds, as well as sorting and identifying invertebrates and amphibians. Other duties may include data entry and water quality analyses. This is a full-time, temporary position; pay will be competitive, and commensurate with experience. Successful applicant must have or be able to obtain a Missouri Class E driver license. To apply, send a letter of interest, resume or CV, and relevant experiences to: Dr. Jon Chase ([EMAIL PROTECTED]), Associate Professor, Dept. of Biology, and Director, Tyson Research Center, Washington University in St. Louis.
