Location: Waterman, IL
Duration: 12+ Months
Schedule: 1st shift, M-F, 8am-5pm
Salary range: $22-$32/hr. (depending on experience)
Summary
This role provides support for laboratory and field research by assisting with the mass rearing of multiple insect species. This role supports insect colony maintenance, greenhouse activities, laboratory experiments, and field research while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and ISO standards.
Job Description
- Support mass rearing of multiple insect species for laboratory and field research.
- Maintain insect colonies, including feeding, cleaning cages, and diet preparation.
- Perform greenhouse-related activities.
- Assist with laboratory experiments.
- Support field research activities such as data collection, weed removal, and infestation trials.
- Follow and maintain ISO Quality Management Standards.
- Wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety procedures.
- Work in laboratory and potential field environments in compliance with safety requirements.
- Communicate effectively within a global, fast-paced, and multicultural work environment.
Skills Required
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to collaborate in a global and multicultural setting.
- Attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and protocols.
- Physical ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
Education/Training/Certifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
- Biology, agriculture, or laboratory experience required.
- Experience working on a farm, with livestock, insects, or animals (e.g., zookeeping) preferred.
- Academic laboratory experience is considered a strong fit.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to pass a physical examination and pulmonary fit test for respirator use.
- Willingness and ability to wear PPE as required.
- Ability to work in both laboratory and field environments.
HarveStaff offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs.
"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws."
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Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any experience working with insects (feeding, cleaning cages, diet prep, etc.)?
Education:
Experience:
- Greenhouse/Agriculture: 1 year (Required)
- Entomology: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Waterman, IL 60556 (Required)
Work Location: In person
