Forest Entomology Seasonal Technician: Newton, GA

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Agency

The Jones Center at Ichauway

Location

Newton, GA

Job Category

Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Salary

$12/hour

Start Date

01/09/2022

Last Date to Apply

11/18/2022

Website

https://lab.jonesctr.org/klepzig/

Description

The Jones Center at Ichauway invites applications for a temporary Seasonal Technician position in the Forest Entomology and Microbiology lab. This is a 3-month full-time position beginning January 2023, with the possibility of extension. On-site housing is provided on a space-available basis. The Forest Entomology lab conducts several studies examining the functional roles and diversity of insects within the longleaf pine ecosystem at Ichauway. Time will be primarily in the lab, with opportunities to engage in fieldwork. In the lab, activities will include processing, sorting, and mounting insect samples. Fieldwork will include trapping and collecting bark beetles, gnats, bees, and other insects. Some data entry and other duties may be required.

The 29,000 acre Jones Center at Ichauway is located approximately 30 miles south of Albany, Georgia. The Center’s research, education, and conservation programs focus on ecology and natural resource management. The site includes 16,000 acres of longleaf pine forests, over 1,000 acres of wetlands and 26 miles of two stream and river ecosystems. For more information visit Ichauway’s website: www.jonesctr.org or our lab website: https://lab.jonesctr.org/klepzig/

Qualifications

Job Requirements: Ability to work independently in a lab setting using a microscope for extended periods of time, conduct physical activity in the field under a variety of weather conditions, follow instructions with attention to detail, and work well within small groups. Familiarity or experience with beetles is strongly desirable but not required.

Qualifications: Minimum BS degree in entomology, biology, forestry, ecology, or related field. Coursework or experience in entomology strongly preferred. Comfort living and working in a remote setting is highly desirable.

If interested in applying, submit a resume, cover letter, and a document with responses to the following questions. If you do not have specific experience re: questions 1-4 that is okay! Simply respond “none.” Bullet points are fine.
1) What work experience do you have in entomology?
2) What course experience do you have in entomology?
3) What experience do you have working in the outdoors?
4) What experience do you have requiring attention to detail?
5) How did you learn about this job posting?
6) If offered the position, when could you start?
7) Please list three references and their contact details.
8) What is your favorite organism and why? (or one of)

Contact Person

Thomas Sheehan

Contact eMail

tom.sheehan@jonesctr.org

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