Part-time Research Assistant – Lieurance Invasion Ecology Lab
hbg.psu.edu
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Hybrid
Conducting invasion status assessments
Training with us dept. of agriculture sponsors
Completing status assessments of non-native plants
The successful candidate will assist with sponsored research conducting invasion status assessments on non-native species present in the US
Job Summary
The successful candidate will assist with sponsored research conducting invasion status assessments on non-native species present in the US.
The WSA uses a more evidence-based method, combining scientific data, modeling, and input from stakeholders to make decisions that are more effective, efficient, and transparent.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
Matching Summary
The successful candidate will assist with sponsored research conducting invasion status assessments on non-native species present in the US.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
conducting invasion status assessments
training with US Dept. of Agriculture sponsors
completing status assessments of non-native plants
conducting literature reviews
attending regular research meetings
Nice-to-have
assisting in reviewing completed assessments
working with USDA-APHIS-PPQ Weed Status Assessment
evidence-based invasive species evaluation
collaborating with stakeholders
Key Requirements
Current Penn State employee or student status for internal application
Ability to complete background check(s)
Experience or interest in invasion ecology research