Entomology Lab Assistant
Northwestern Polytechnic
- Beaverlodge, AB
- $20.00 per hour
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Sorting, labelling, and preparing insect specimens for identification and analysis.
- Assist with taxonomic identifications of bee species and other insects.
- Follow detailed protocols and manage and record samples with integrity.
- Keep detailed laboratory notes.
- Work effectively in a team environment, participate in meetings, and communicate clearly and professionally with other team members (in English or French).
- Assist with data entry in Excel and other database software.
- Participate in workshops for the broader community as part of our outreach initiatives.
- Performs other related duties as required, including assisting staff in processing insect specimens for museum storage.
- Most duties involve prolonged sitting and repetitive tasks.
- Current part-time or full-time college or polytechnic student.
- A background or interest in biology, ecology or entomology is an asset.
- Experience with taxonomic identification of insects also an asset.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining a high standard of quality.
- Follows directions and protocols with precision.
- Cooperates effectively in a team setting but also independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational skills and detail orientated.
- Basic computer skills and a research background are desirable: i.e. database programs and Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent).
- Subject knowledge and oral/written communication skills to discuss and document research progress.
- Ability to work independently, accurately and to problem solve technical and methodological issues that arise during the course of the research.
- Ability to apply sound research techniques, methodology and logical critical analysis. Strong organization and interpersonal skills.
- High personal motivation and detail-orientation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
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