Part-Time Undergraduate Research Support- Agricultural Sciences

Job Title:

Undergraduate Research Assistant – Laboratory

Kantor Lab is currently recruiting undergraduate students to help with laboratory activities.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.

• Assist with forest and insect vector sample collection.
• Support general lab operations and provide assistance in ongoing nematology, microbiology, and molecular biology experiments as assigned.
• Learn and follow scientific protocols.

• Support the preparation of presentations, reports, and research summaries (opportunities for co‑authorship may be possible with significant contribution).
• Perform laboratory tasks such as data entry, basic statistics, microscopy, sample collection, DNA extraction, PCR, and nematode identification/counts.
• Assist with experimental design, data collection, and analysis under supervision.

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in wildlife and fisheries science, biology, microbiology, plant sciences, or a related field.
• No prior research experience required; laboratory coursework or previous research experience is an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn are essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively.
• Enthusiasm for gaining hands‑on research experience and developing technical skills.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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