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We will be running research projects for a variety of insect pests of corn in Iowa. This job also includes opportunities to work in our research lab, which includes general lab upkeep, helping raise insect colonies and processing samples.

You will help with:

• Maintaining field research plots

• Collecting insects from the field

• Collecting data from research plots

• Collecting soil and plant samples from research plots

Under direct supervision, performs routine, unskilled manual labor to assist in a temporary capacity (less than 780 hours per fiscal year) at workshops, conferences, camps, and other special events.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with moving, loading and unloading materials, supplies, equipment, and furniture.

• Assists in the clean up after events by collecting trash, cleaning tables, sweeping, mopping, and removing snow from entranceways.

• Runs errands both on the campus and away from the campus.

• Assists with the cleaning of the buildings as needed.

• Assists with the minor maintenance of grounds equipment and simple power equipment.

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• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to lift and move furniture and equipment.

• Ability to learn to perform a variety of unskilled tasks.

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Apply for this position by clicking on “Apply” and completing the Merit Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter details about your education and work history. If you have questions regarding the application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

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