Senior Research Specialist - Department of Entomology
The Department of Entomology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a Senior Research Specialist who will support bee behavior, physiology, and ecology research activities in Dr. May Berenbaum’s lab.
The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit http://go.illinois.edu/EEO.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct independent research in insect behavior, physiology, ecology, and pollinator health.
- Supervise graduate and undergraduate students doing work in these areas. Supervision duties to include assigning duties, scheduling hours, training students in processes, and evaluating student work.
- Collaborate with campus bee researchers, local beekeepers, and interested citizens on issues related to bee management and pollinator health.
- Represent the Department of Entomology by attending conferences sponsored by entities that provide research funds for bee health.
- Mentor undergraduate assistants for the Individual Plan of Study in Entomology and in the Integrative Biology or related majors.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: Bachelor’s degree in biology, life sciences, or a related field and have three years of research working with bees in a laboratory setting, including beekeeping, behavior analysis, data collection and data management
Preferred: Advanced degree in biology, life sciences, or a related field; experience working with honey analysis, including characterization of phytochemicals and antioxidant capacity; and experience supervising and mentoring students.
The successful candidates must have knowledge in the areas of bee behavior, physiology, and ecology including skills in pesticide toxicology bioassays and statistical analysis; strong written and verbal communication skills; the ability to explain and clarify ambiguous or complex policies and procedures; excellent organizational skills; the ability to work collaboratively; and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
SALARY AND APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
This is a full-time academic professional position appointed on a 12-month service basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND DEADLINE INFORMATION
To apply for this position, please create a candidate profile at https://go.illinois.edu/SrResearchSpecENT, directly apply to our position and upload your cover letter and resume by Feb 26, 2020. Online application will require names and contact information including email addresses for three professional references. Full consideration will be given to complete applications received by the closing date. The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.
For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-6747. For further information on this specific position, please contact Jana Lenz at janalenz@illinois.edu.