Duties:
65% Field data collection: observing bees, identifying and surveying vegetation, collecting vegetation samples, radio tracking bees, and other tasks that may arise in the field.

25% Community education and outreach programs. Work may also include supporting Bee Squad research and program activities, including beekeeping tasks, honey extraction, and routine equipment maintenance.

10% Laboratory tasks: data entry, specimen preparation, and other tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications:
• Legally able to work in the US.
• Experience with insect and plant identification, or relevant coursework.
• Effective communication skills with supervisors and small teams.
• Dependability, punctuality, and ability to complete high quality work during sometimes tedious tasks.
• Ability to work outside all day, in conditions that might include heat, humidity, stinging/biting insects, and noxious plants (we are open to discussing accommodations to make this work accessible).
• Experience entering data or equivalent tasks where attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy is required.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Commitment to safety.
• Commitment to being a respectful team member.

Additional Comments: No driving required

How To Apply

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