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Company Name : Ag Metrics Group
Location : Nevada
Position : Entomology Lab Technician
Job Description : ENTOMOLOGY LAB TECHNICIAN
Ag Metrics Group (formerly Pacific Ag Group) has been a leading American agricultural consulting and contract research organization for over 40 years. Our diverse clientele includes manufacturers of new agricultural products, grower cooperatives, and state and federal governments. Our national research team is comprised of scientists, technicians, and crop consultants that specialize in field and laboratory investigations for the fruit, vegetable and field crop industries. We focus on solving crop production challenges through advanced diagnostics, focused experimentation, and testing new crop production technologies for a diverse clientele.
This role is with the Entomology team at Pacific Ag Research in San Luis Obispo, California. The position involves working in the insectary on bioassays, small field trials conducting insect counts, and assisting Field Biologists in a variety of research related activities.
Responsibilities
Work with entomology team to execute laboratory, greenhouse, and field research on pest and beneficial arthropods
Collect samples and record data for entomology experiments
Utilize knowledge of arthropod biology to construct assays for testing efficacy of novel pesticides against arthropods
Maintain multiple colonies of pest arthropods for controlled entomological testing
Manage greenhouse propogation to provide plant material for entomological needs
Prepare and apply pesticide mixtures for research purposes
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor’s of Science in Entomology, Biology, Plant Science, or a related discipline
Research experience required
Knowledge of arthropod biology and life cycles is critical
Comfortable working outdoors
Willing to work occasional overtime and weekends
Candidates with previous insectary experience preferred
Compensation:
Company offers Medical and Dental Insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, 401K and Profit-Sharing, paid travel for approved professional training and meetings, and other benefits.
Pay commensurate with experience and skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekend availability
Application Question(s):
Do you have a Bachelor’s of Science in Entomology, Biology, Plant Science, or a related discipline?
Do you have research experience?
Are you authorized to work in the United States without employer Visa sponsorship?
Education:
Bachelor’s (Required)
Work Location: One location
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