*Research Assistant/ Lab Manager in Insect Ecology and Plant-Insect Interactions*
The Department of Botany and Plant Pathology at Oregon State University invites applications for a full-time, one year Faculty Research Assistant position with the possibility of renewal for up to two years. The position involves studying rapid adaptation to a novel host plant and climate by the cinnabar moth, an organism introduced to control the noxious weed tansy ragwort. The position will assist in using a combination of observational, experimental, and modeling approaches to determine mechanisms of local adaptation and the population-level consequences of evolution for biological control interactions. Position duties include applied research in laboratory, greenhouse and field settings; processing and analyzing data; laboratory maintenance and administration; participation in scientific publishing; supervision of temporary employees and communication with stakeholders and the public. *Minimum Required Qualifications:* Bachelor's degree in Entomology, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Sciences or a related field; experience and accomplishment in fieldwork and lab work; evidence of reliability and attention to detail; ability to work independently and as part of a team; demonstrable written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational and time management skills; valid US driver’s license. *Preferred Qualifications:* Master's degree in Entomology, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Sciences or a related field; previous participation in scientific publications; demonstrable experience in evolutionary ecology of plants and insects; experience in scientific data analysis and basic knowledge of the statistical software R; experience and accomplishment as a lab manager; demonstrated initiative and independent work ethic. Application deadline: 2/22/2016. Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 5/1/2016. For questions about the position please email: [email protected] or visit http://bpp.oregonstate.edu/mcevoy. To apply, please visit: pa266.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=69387. -- Linda P. Buergi - PhD Postdoctoral Researcher Dept Botany and Plant Pathology Oregon State University Email: [email protected] Mobile: 814-280-4202
