Penn State University
Student - Work Study - Part-Time Research Assistant - Grab Lab
Penn State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, United States, 16802
Undergraduate Research Assistant Position
The Grab Lab in the department of Entomology is looking for undergraduate research assistants to help us conduct studies on the ecology of insects in agricultural systems. Projects in the lab include examining the combined impact of pesticides and heat stress on buzz pollination, investigating ecologically based pest management strategies for vegetable crops and developing smart traps for monitoring and mapping sweet corn pests. Undergraduate research assistants will work directly with graduate students and senior researchers. Students who work successfully in the lab will have opportunities to design their own research projects. Duties and responsibilities Care for plants and insect colonies Collaboratively design experimental protocols Collect and curate data Learn data analysis techniques in R and conduct analyses Share results of research work with the public, scientific and stakeholder audiences through presentations, written and online communications Start Date: May 12, 2025 The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 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 814-865-1473.
The Grab Lab in the department of Entomology is looking for undergraduate research assistants to help us conduct studies on the ecology of insects in agricultural systems. Projects in the lab include examining the combined impact of pesticides and heat stress on buzz pollination, investigating ecologically based pest management strategies for vegetable crops and developing smart traps for monitoring and mapping sweet corn pests. Undergraduate research assistants will work directly with graduate students and senior researchers. Students who work successfully in the lab will have opportunities to design their own research projects. Duties and responsibilities Care for plants and insect colonies Collaboratively design experimental protocols Collect and curate data Learn data analysis techniques in R and conduct analyses Share results of research work with the public, scientific and stakeholder audiences through presentations, written and online communications Start Date: May 12, 2025 The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 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 814-865-1473.