Research Assistant

Temple University's College of Science & Technology is searching for a Research Assistant.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage Paid time off
• 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
• Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
• A generous retirement plan and so much more!

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Job Summary:

The Research Assistant in the College of Science & Technology’s Biology division is responsible for research projects to integrate biodiversity science with human ecology. Manages the day-to-day operations of the lab including ecological data mining, managing undergraduate research assistants, database maintenance, lab administration and project management. The primary focus of this role is on spotted lanternfly and other relevant ecological and computational systems. Additional responsibilities include writing texts for manuscripts, monitoring and maintaining the physical security of equipment and facilities. Performs other related duties as assigned

Essential Funtions of Position:

•        Assists in research of projects and supervise undergraduate students. 
•        Enters and performs quality control for lab database.
•        Assists with purchasing supplies and equipment for the laboratory
• Assists in the receipt, distribution and storage of supplies as they arrive
• Perform website maintenance for the laboratory 
• Monitors and maintains physical security of equipment and facilities.
• Writes text for manuscripts. 
• Code in R or other relevant computer language. 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science or other relevant field and six months of related research experience. Research/laboratory experience on spotted lanternfly or other ecological and computational systems. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred:

Experience on spotted lanternfly or other ecological and computational systems.

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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