The Winfree lab at Rutgers University
(<http://winfreelab.com>winfreelab.com) has five (5) field technician
positions open for spring and summer 2016 to study plant-pollinator
networks and conservation ecology of native bees. Positions are
full-time for three to six months at $12-$15 per hour, with several
available start dates from early April to June.
All positions will include a mix of field and lab work. Field work
involves traveling throughout New Jersey to observe and collect bees
and plants. Lab work involves curating insect, plant and pollen
specimens, and entering and managing data.
Qualifications: Entomological and/or botanical field work experience,
preferably with native bees and/or pollination; plant identification
skills; experience with data entry/management; and a valid drivers
license. A personal vehicle is preferred (mileage reimbursed).
To apply: Combine a cover letter including your dates of
availability, resume, and names and contact information for three (3)
references in a single PDF and email to: Michael Roswell (mike [dot]
roswell [at] Rutgers [dot] edu). Please use "pollination field tech"
as the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately
and will continue until all positions are filled.
Rutgers University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
