Title: Evolutionary ecology research assistant
Job Description: This position will assist with a variety of projects in the Sheth plant evolutionary ecology lab. Main topics of research involve 1) understanding whether species will be able to evolve quickly enough to keep up with the pace of changing climate, and 2) examining the long-term effects of climate change on plant communities that inhabit mountain tops in the western US. Activities include (but are not limited to) setting up experiments, plant care, pot washing, data collection, processing samples and entering data in the lab, and general maintenance in the lab, greenhouse, and Phytotron. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds are respected and we especially welcome applicants from groups that have historically been underrepresented or excluded.
Minimum requirements/education: Must be enrolled as a degree-seeking undergraduate at NCSU, preferably a freshman or sophomore
Required skills and qualifications
● Interest in ecology and plants
● Punctuality
● Reliably works scheduled hours
● Attention to detail; precise, neat work
● Ability to work independently and with others
● Excellent communication
● Eagerness to learn new things
● Willingness to stand for long periods of time
● Ability to tolerate hot and dirty conditions in the greenhouse
● Experience with Google docs and Google sheets
Preferred skills and experience
● Coursework in ecology, plant biology, genetics, or related fields
● Experience in laboratory, greenhouse, or field research
● Ability to occasionally work 1-2 hours on Saturdays and/or Sundays
● Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs
Hours: 5-10 hours per week during the fall semester, with potential to continue longer Salary:
Anticipated hiring range $13/hour
To apply
● Please complete this short Google form, which requires submitting your CV or resume and contact information for two references as a single pdf: https://forms.gle/WSmkH42xdyoKGia47
● Please address questions about the position to Dr. Sheth at ssheth3@ncsu.edu with subject line
“plant ecology research assistant”
● Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately, and the position will remain open until
filled