Position Summary(Basic Job Function)
This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.
Unit Position Summary
The Genomics & Chemical Ecology Group at Michigan State University in Department of Fisheries and Wildlife (https://www.lilabmsu.com/) is recruiting seasonal research technicians to assist with sea lamprey behavioral assays. A primary focus of the Group is to identify and characterize the function of different pheromone components released by sea lamprey, an invasive fish in the Great Lakes. Towards this goal, we will be conducting behavior experiments in natural streams to characterize female responses to male pheromones and to pheromone antagonists, compounds that nullify female attraction.
The technician will be responsible for assisting with sea lamprey behavioral assays based out of the USGS Hammond Bay Biological Station, Millersburg, MI from May through August. Start and end dates are flexible. Shared housing will be provided near Cheboygan, MI. The technician 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. Training will be provided for all job-related activities.
Desired Qualifications
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Ability to handle adverse conditions (heat, rain, humidity, biting/stinging insects) and occasional extended shifts (10-hour day). The work will be outdoors in local remote streams and tributaries to the Great Lakes occurring in rain or shine, day or night.
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
Please include a (1) Cover letter describing why you are interested in and qualified for the position, (2) Resume/CV, and (3) Two references with contact information
Special Instructions
Application review will begin on March 5th and continue until completed. Please reach out to Dr. Lili Hagg ([email protected]) if you have questions.
Work Hours
Variable (May include weekdays, weekends, or 10-hour days)
Website
https://www.lilabmsu.com/
