Lab Assistant, Temporary, St Charles, IL - St Charles, Illinois, United States
14 hours ago
Job description
Clarke is seeking an independent, self-motivated, detail-orientated, safety focused and environmentally conscious individual to join us for a rewarding biology assistant position at our St. Charles, IL location.
Our biology assistants are responsible for assisting our Research, Development and Engineering team with field and laboratory research projects, insectary maintenance with the possibility for remote field work. This includes the formulation and testing of active ingredients and products on mosquitoes, which are important vectors of disease.
WORK SCHEDULE AND PAY
- This opportunity is a temporary position that could last up to 10 months (or about 1,500 total hours of work)
- 40 hours per week which includes weekend and holiday work. (Work schedule could be Mon - Sat with a day off during the week).
- Field work may require out of state travel and shifting work schedules. Travel-related expenses will be covered.
- This position pays an hourly rate of $18.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct assigned field and laboratory experiments, which include measuring the efficacy of products on various mosquito species (adult and larvae), GLP studies (training will be provided), and assist with the collection of data
- Support the daily maintenance of the mosquito insectary via care of eggs, larvae, pupae, and adults, including lifting and carrying larval trays, blood feeding, cage cleaning, and mosquito aspiration
- Perform daily inspections of equipment to verify working condition and communicate any issues to supervisor
- Document and communicate daily work
- Ensure safe work practices and procedures are followed
- Some travel may be required to conduct field research
QUALIFICATIONS
- Background in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Entomology, Environmental Science/Public Health or related field preferred. Microbiology experience helpful
- Recent graduate from an accredited University or College preferred
- Must be comfortable performing assigned duties in the field where environmental conditions are affected by weather
- Must be able to work in hot and humid conditions inside insectaries for long periods
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time, with some bending and lifting involved
- Must be able to lift 50lbs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Have a valid Driver's License with an excellent driving record
- Communicate effectively in English in both written and verbal forms
ABOUT CLARKE
Clarke is a privately held public health, global environmental products and services company. For 80 years, Clarke has been making communities around the world more livable, safe, and comfortable. We do this by pioneering, developing, and delivering environmentally responsible public health mosquito control solutions to help prevent disease and control nuisances.
Working at Clarke, you will have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally. You will learn from some of the most talented people in your field and make an impact on the world around us. With Clarke, you join an innovative and passionate team where people are the heart and soul of the organization, working together to create an environment where the employees thrive and nature flourishes.
We offer a team atmosphere where everyone can and does make a difference
Clarke is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.
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