Research Associate Specialist – Forest Chemical Ecology
| Company | Louisiana State University (LSU) |
|---|---|
| Location | Baton Rouge, LA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Degree in Entomology (BS/MS) or related discipline including Ecology, Botany and Forestry
- Ability to work in adverse field conditions including hot and humid days, light rain, and in areas that have mosquitoes, ticks, and snakes
- Background check and valid driver’s license are required
Responsibilities
- Identify and count Southern pine beetle (*Dendroctonus frontalis*) and associates collected from pheromone traps
- Assist in laboratory management
- Coordinate ongoing and developing research projects in the field and laboratory relating to the behavior and chemical ecology of trees, insect herbivores, and their natural enemies
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in forest ecosystems
- Insect identification
- Insect herbivores or parasitoids
- Collection/analysis of chemicals from plants, insects, or soils