Part-time Honey Bee Research Support

Penn State

Allentown, PA, USA
Hybrid
Honey bee and honey research
Laboratory and field assays
Data collection and interpretation
This position will involve working with honey bees and honey; assisting faculty, staff, and graduate students with research; experiments and assays; and collecting and interpreting data in laboratory and/or field settings

Job Summary

  • This position will involve working with honey bees and honey; assisting faculty, staff, and graduate students with research; experiments and assays; and collecting and interpreting data in laboratory and/or field settings.
  • The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in honey bees and beekeeping.
  • The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms.

Matching Summary

This position will involve working with honey bees and honey; assisting faculty, staff, and graduate students with research; experiments and assays; and collecting and interpreting data in laboratory and/or field settings.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Honey bee and honey research
  • Laboratory and field assays
  • Data collection and interpretation
  • Computer skills including online platforms
  • Maintain clean work environment

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interest in honey bees
  • Beekeeping experience
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Key Requirements

  • Beekeeping experience preferred
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Willingness to work in laboratory and field settings
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow experimental protocols
  • Skills using a computer including online meeting platforms, word processing software, spreadsheets, and other data-sharing methods

Work Rights

Not specified

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