Professional Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

We are seeking seasonal research technicians to assist with field studies on sea lamprey pheromone communication.  A major focus of our laboratory is to identify and characterize the function of different pheromone components released by the invasive sea lamprey. Towards this goal, we will be conducting field experiments in natural streams in northeast lower Michigan. Technicians will be responsible for assisting with sea lamprey research at and near the USGS Hammond Bay Biological Station, Millersburg, MI from May through August.  Technicians will gain experience in the following: (1) passive integrated transponder (PIT) tagging surgical procedures and telemetry equipment, (2) animal behavioral observations, (3) dissection and basic physiology, (4) data collection and management, and (5) fish husbandry and care.

Desired Qualifications

• strong work ethic
• willingness to work outdoors, under inclement conditions (i.e., exposure to heat, rain, biting/stinging insects), and during nights/weekends
• attention to detail
• good communication skills and ability to work as a team and independently
• ability to carry equipment during field site construction and teardown. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

https://www.canr.msu.edu/fw/

Summary of Physical Demands

Involves lifting > 50lbs