Summer Part-Time Research Assistant-Tooker Lab

Job Description

The Tooker Lab in the Department of Entomology at Penn State University Park is accepting applications for summer research assistant positions. The role will involve 40 hours per week for up to 16 weeks over the summer, starting in early May 2024 with flexible start and end dates. The position is based in State College for the duration of the internship.

• Ecologically-based management (e.g., biological control) of crop pests
• The role of cover crops in pest control
• Plants that can "smell" their attackers and then defend themselves
• The influence of agrochemicals on aquatic insect communities

Assist graduate students and faculty with greenhouse, laboratory, and field experiments. Gaining experience in a variety of research techniques and systems, assistants will progressively take on more independent responsibilities as they develop skills. Candidates are encouraged to be curious, motivated, and eager to learn details about plant, animal, and agricultural systems.

Competitive hourly wage, opportunity to work in a diverse research team, and experience in ecological and biological research.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact .

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