Field Technician - Student Service

Purdue University, United States

Updated: 3 days ago
Location: West Lafayette, INDIANA

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Req Id:  36460
Job Title:  Field Technician - Student Service
City:  West Lafayette
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Job Summary

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), Division of Entomology and Plant Pathology, collaborates with Purdue University Department of Entomology to monitor the state of Indiana for exotic pests. IDNR is seeking individuals to conduct trapping and visual surveys for invasive insects in Indiana, and to pre-screen insect samples collected in trapping studies.

The successful candidates will drive a Purdue University vehicle to maintain insect traps around the state. Samples will be sorted and screened for target species. Students are required to enter field data into mobile devices and keep clear data records for sample screening.

Students will also be responsible for assisting with the production of training videos on insect trap deployment, maintenance, and screening. Duties include recording field/lab activities and editing videos.

Communication of work activities must be made in a clear, concise, and timely manner. All equipment, tools and training will be provided.

 


Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be a current undergraduate
  • Valid driver license and clean driving record

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Coursework and/or experience in arboriculture, dendrology, entomology, forestry, horticulture or other natural resource related field
  • Coursework in insect taxonomy preferred
  • Interest in science communication and videography is a plus
  • Must have excellent communication, organizational, record keeping, and computer skills
  • Must be able to work independently

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

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Posting Start Date:  3/14/25

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