Entomology Job Opportunities
Last updated
January 16, 2009
Posted January 16, 2009
MEDICAL
ENTOMOLOGIST AT SC JOHNSON: A FAMILY COMPANY – Job Description:
This position provides support to S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. Insect
Control business through the research and development of novel
consumer products that target flying insects (e.g., mosquitoes,
flies). The incumbent will support product development efforts,
serve as liaison to outside research organizations/institutions, and
provide leadership in the search and application of new insect
control technologies.
Principle Responsibilities:
- Apply project management and technical skills in
Entomology to support SCJ's global insect control business.
- Propose and apply alternatives which offer environmentally superior
solutions.
- Lead global project teams.
- Manage complex interdisciplinary projects for new technology or
product development.
- Provide maintenance and development support for multiple products and
technologies.
- Participate in and provide technical counsel to cross-functional
business teams, management, and subsidiaries.
- Identify need for project teams and recommend formation.
- Utilize technical network inside and outside of SCJ to identify
suitable technologies.
- Ensure IP and regulatory strength of technical solutions.
Specific Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Entomology/Medical Entomology.
- 10+ years of experience in a research and development environment with
emphasis on public health insect pests (mosquitoes preferred).
- Demonstrated skills in project management, and in handling multiple
projects with varying urgencies and priorities.
- Familiarity with regulated products.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in cross-functional teams.
- Strong track record of applied research and development.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Occasional local and overseas travel will be required.
Position Located: Racine, WI
Posting Dates: 1/19/09 – 2/27/09
Please submit your contact information and resume
to:
kltanner@scj.com
Posted December 31, 2008
ASSISTANT
PROFESSOR, SPECIALTY CROPS ENTOMOLOGIST, PURDUE UNIVERSITY
– The Department of Entomology at Purdue University invites outstanding
candidates to apply for an academic year, tenure-track faculty position
as part of a University cluster hire of 3 new faculty in the Specialty
Crops area. Individuals with a strong entomological research background
and applied interdisciplinary interests are urged to submit their
applications. Visit
http://www.hort.purdue.edu/facultyjobs/
for complete job descriptions. To apply, send an electronic pdf of a
cover letter that includes a statement of professional goals for
research and teaching, a curriculum vitae with a full list of
publications and the names and contact information including email
address for four references to: Paula Layden, Department of Entomology,
email:
plloyd@purdue.edu.
For questions about the position contact the Search Chair, Cliff Sadof,
Department of Entomology, email:
csadof@purdue.edu.
Screening of applicants will begin on March 15, 2009. Purdue University
is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Posted December 29, 2008
USA Field Research Manager – Company Background - Please see
webpage
www.syntechresearch.com. Job Responsibilities: Work with the
SynTech USA team of field research and development scientists and
managers in agricultural production and environmental sciences to
contribute to the development of SynTech Research vision, mission,
strategy, and generation of tactical plans Participate in the
appropriate communication of same to clients and potential clients as
well as among employees; collaborate in and facilitate the forecasting
and prioritization of resources; advocate and participate in the
adherence to SynTech Research business ethics; participate in the
interpretation, understanding, feasibility, cost analysis and pricing of
potential client projects; additionally, provide input into the delivery
milestones and timelines to completion of the project; lead and support
the team in a collaborative approach to interpret, prioritize, plan,
coordinate and, when applicable/accountable, the execution and reporting
of client projects in an overarching project management role at the
local, regional, national and Americas Region level; plan, coordinate,
manage, execute and report field bioefficacy and regulatory projects in
crop protection and crop enhancement associated with chemicals and
traits to include genetically modified organisms; ensure compliance with
state and federal testing guidelines; lead, coordinate, supervise and/or
provide oversight on administration of local and regional human,
physical, and financial resources, business ethics, safety programs,
emergency plans and procedures, site security, personnel selection,
hiring and training; lead the team in demonstrating by example a culture
of "CAN DO" in meeting the aggressive and dynamic challenges relevant to
an independent R&D services business. Requirement and Skill:
Minimum of M.S. plus 15 years of experience or a PhD plus 10 years of
experience in agricultural sciences preferred with field R&D and
business management experiences. Experiences in people and project
management: Have effective writing, presentation skills and relevant
computer knowledge; be flexible and willing to work in a team,
particulary with SynTech USA teams. Availability: January, 2009.
Compensation: This is a full-time job. It will be based on
qualification of applicant. Location: Sanger, California. There
will be around 20% travel requirement. To Apply: Email resume to
Dr. K. Khodayari,
khosro@syntechresearch.com.
Posted December 29, 2008
Research Biologist
– Company Background - Please see webpage
www.syntechresearch.com.
Job Responsibilities: Work with the USA as well as the European
teams of research and development scientists in agricultural production
and environmental sciences on designing and building of the new Ecology
and Public Health (Urban Entomologist) laboratory at California
location; setting up the Ecotox laboratory including tunnels + new
semi-field trials for ecology and public health program as well as
rearing insects; planning, designing, and execute Bioefficacy Studies,
particularly Entomology and Ecology studies under GLP (Good Laboratory
Practices) at the SynTech field station in Sanger, California or
off-site locations; selecting sites for conducting trials and apply all
necessary agronomic practices; work closely with the program manager;
take soil samples, plant samples, spray various pesticides, regulators
and fertilizers for pest control and crop growth as required; selecting,
preparing and managing lab, greenhouse and field research plots,
irrigate arable crops and harvest crops; assess research trials, take
data and enter data in the computer (ARM) and write reports; be
physically able and willing to work under hot, dusty field conditions.
Requirement and Skill: Minimum B.S. in agricultural sciences
(preference in Urban Entomology and Environmental Sciences) with 3 years
of experience in lab, greenhouse and field studies or M.S. in
Agricultural sciences; have a good knowledge of the computer and data
entering; fluent in English writing, reading and speaking; be flexible
and willing to work in a team, particulary with SynTech teams.
Availability: January 2009. Compensation: This is a full-time
position. Compensation will be based on qualification and experience of
applicant. Location: SynTech Research facility at Sanger,
California. To Apply: Email resume to Dr. Rocky Kuenen,
rkuenen@syntechresearch.com.
Posted December 23, 2008
POSTDOCTORAL
POSITION – A postdoctoral
opening is available in the Department of Environmental Science,
Policy and Management, College of Natural Resources, at the
University of California, Berkeley, to study opportunities
for enhancing biological control to stabilizing IPM in California
walnut orchards. The research is part of a new USDA funded western
regional project (http://enhancedbc.tfrec.wsu.edu/jobs.html).
The postdoctoral position will take the lead in conducting
experiments designed to evaluate (i) demographic toxicity of
pesticides to walnut aphid and two natural enemies, Trioxys
pallidus and Hippodamia convergens, both in the lab and
field, and (ii) the development of host-induced plant volatiles for
monitoring the phenology and abundance of natural enemies in walnut
orchards. The successful applicant will also be expected to develop
their own research program to complement the broader goals of the
project. Applicants should have attained a PhD within the last five
years in entomology or related field. Previous experience with
orchard insects and biological control would be advantageous, but
not essential.
This is a full-time
position with benefits; salary commensurate with experience ($36,360 -
$39,636) with an appointment for one year with renewal dependent upon
performance and availability of continued funding.
To apply please
submit (i) cover letter which describes research interests, (ii) CV, and
(iii) contact information for three references to: Dr. Nicholas Mills,
Department of Environmental Science, Policy and Management, 137 Mulford
Hall, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-3114 by January 21,
2009; or email application materials in a pdf file to
nmills@nature.berkeley.edu.
Consideration of applications will begin January 22, 2009 and will
continue until the position is filled.
The University
of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Applicants should ask
referees to review the UC Berkeley Statement of Confidentiality found
at:
http://apo.chance.berkeley.edu/eavlltr.html.
Posted December 23, 2008
POSTDOCTORAL
POSITION
– A postdoctoral opening is available in the Department of
Environmental Science, Policy and Management, College of Natural
Resources, at the University of California, Berkeley, to
study the population ecology of the light brown apple moth, a recent
invader in coastal California. This leafroller originates from
Australia, shows remarkable phenotypic plasticity, and has the
potential to impact tree fruit and vineyards. The postdoctoral
position will take the lead in conducting experiments designed to
evaluate (i) the role of native natural enemies, particularly
predators, as potential regulators of population density, and (ii)
the influence of host plants on the performance of the moth and its
natural enemies. The successful applicant will also be expected to
develop their own research program to complement the broader goals
of the project. Applicants should have attained a PhD within the
last five years in entomology or related field. Previous experience
in population ecology, biological control, or host-plant
relationships would be advantageous but not essential.
This is a
full-time position with benefits; salary commensurate with experience
($36,360 - $39,636) with an appointment for one year with renewal
dependent upon performance and availability of continued funding.
To apply
please submit (i) cover letter which describes research interests, (ii)
CV, and (iii) contact information for three references to: Dr. Nicholas
Mills, Department of Environmental Science, Policy and Management, 137
Mulford Hall, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-3114 by
January 21, 2009; or email application materials in a pdf file to
nmills@nature.berkeley.edu. Consideration of applications will begin
January 22, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.
The
University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.
Applicants should ask referees to review the UC Berkeley Statement of
Confidentiality found at:
http://apo.chance.berkeley.edu/eavlltr.html.
Posted December 18, 2008
POSTDOCTORAL
POSITION --
Postdoctoral position in the Medical Entomology Program at
the University of Illinois, Illinois Natural History Survey. The
successful candidate will conduct research on ecological
interactions among container mosquitoes and vector competence
studies with dengue, Sindbis, and LaCrosse viruses. The ideal
candidate will have experience in mosquito ecology, vector
competence, arbovirology, qRT-PCR, and tissue culture techniques.
Please send CV, a cover letter describing background and
qualifications, and contact information for three references to
Barry W. Alto (alto@illinois.edu).
Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until
the position has been filled. Initial funding is available for 2
years with the possibility of extended funding. The candidate must
have received Ph.D. degree within the last 5 years.
University of Illinois is an equal
opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Posted December 15, 2008
GRADUATE
ASSISTANTSHIP
– Washington State University, Vancouver. Seeking an MS or Ph.D. student
to conduct greenhouse/lab experiments on the effects of herbicides on
at-risk butterflies. Position supported by a mix of research and
teaching assistantships including support from the GK-12 program, which
includes a $30,000/year stipend. For more information, please contact
Cheryl Schultz,
schultzc@vancouver.wsu.edu.
