FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (1-2) YALE UNIVERSITY June 1 to August 26 1-2 field assistant positions are available for a study of the role of mammals in the transmission of Lyme disease on Block Island, Rhode Island. Responsibilities will include live-trapping small mammals (predominantly mice) on Block Island, collecting ticks on Block Island and potentially at other Southern New England locations, and possibly laboratory work (DNA extraction, Polymerase chain reaction, and gel electrophoresis) at Yale University School of Public Health in New Haven, CT. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to get experience and make connections with researchers in disease ecology, an interdisciplinary and growing field.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have previous field experience, preferably with live-trapping, handling, and identification of small mammals. Applicants should be able to carry loads of up to 50 lbs. while hiking over rugged terrain in potentially hot weather. Applicants must have a vehicle. LOGISTICS: Salary is $300/week. Housing will be provided and mileage is covered. APPLY: Send cover letter, resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of 2 references to corrine.folsom AT yale.edu. Hiring will begin immediately and positions will remain open until filled. Corrie Folsom-O'Keefe Research Assistant Diuk-Wasser Lab Yale School of Public Health 203-785-2227 [email protected]
