Study - Wildlife Toxicology Research Assistant, Bernard Lab

JOB TITLE: Wildlife Toxicology Research Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Department of Zoology & Physiology

LOCATION: Laramie, WY

PAY RATE: $12.00/hour

The Bernard Research Lab is seeking a work study student to support graduate student research on the impacts of heavy metal contamination on bats in the Black Hills, South Dakota. Responsibilities include weighing and preparing bat hair samples, performing acid digestion, and analyzing samples for heavy metal concentrations using Total X-Ray Fluorescence (TXRF) spectrometry.

• Working toward a degree in wildlife biology, biology, or a related field
• Must be eligible, have received and accepted work study award through Student Financial Aid for the applicable semester and/or academic year.

Experience with lab work techniques such as pipetting and safety training for working with corrosive acids.

Work study students who engage in active research will have the opportunity to assist with other lab related activities, including but not limited to acoustic and camera trap analysis, conducting cave surveys in winter, etc.

On-campus:
This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus. The location is 7,220 feet above sea level.

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