Rachael Winfree's lab group at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ has multiple job openings for research technician / field assistant positions in spring and summer 2012. All positions are for field data collection and data processing for research projects on native bee pollination of crops as an ecosystem service. The work includes collecting data on bee visitation to flowers, pollen deposition by different bee species, vegetation transects, net-collecting bee specimens, data entry, GIS data processing, and microscopy identification of pollen. Work dates are somewhat flexible. We are particularly interested in applicants who could stay for more than one position sequentially. $12-$14 per hour, depending on experience.
Requirements: field research experience; insect identification skills; ability to work long hours outdoors; driver's license and own vehicle; great attention to detail; self-motivation, maturity and ability to work independently. Additional Information: Late March - late May 2012: Assist with a study of blueberry pollination in southern New Jersey. Based at the Rutgers Pinelands Field Station in Pemberton, NJ and at the Winfree lab. 3 positions Mid June - late August 2012: Assist with a study of watermelon pollination in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Based at the Winfree lab. 3 positions Contact: Interested applicants should send a description of their background and interests, dates of availability, CV, and contact information for at least 2 references, to Faye Benjamin: [email protected]
