Part-time Research Assistant – Lieurance Invasion Ecology Lab

Penn State

University Park, PA, US
Not specified; pyid pyrt-time position
Hybrid
Usda weed status assessment training
Literature review capabilities
Non-native plant assessment skills
The position supports the USDA-APHIS-PPQ Weed Status Assessment process to determine invasive status of high-risk non-native plants

Job Summary

  • The position supports the USDA-APHIS-PPQ Weed Status Assessment process to determine invasive status of high-risk non-native plants.
  • Successful candidates will assist with sponsored research by completing status assessments, conducting literature reviews, and attending regular meetings.
  • This role utilizes an evidence-based method combining scientific data and stakeholder input to prioritize weeds for classical biological control.

Matching Summary

The position supports the USDA-APHIS-PPQ Weed Status Assessment process to determine invasive status of high-risk non-native plants.

Salary

Not specified; Paid part-time position

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • USDA Weed Status Assessment training
  • literature review capabilities
  • non-native plant assessment skills

Nice-to-have

  • interest in biological control programs
  • experience with scientific modeling
  • ability to attend regular meetings

Key Requirements

  • Completion of background check(s)
  • Resume and short statement of interest required
  • Internal application via Workday for current employees/students

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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