Human Resources

Ant Ecology Lab Manager

May 01, 2025

Lake Forest College invites applications for the full-time role of Ant Ecology Lab Manager. The Lab Manager will assist in conducting research in the Ant Ecology Lab.

Qualifications

  • Experienced in ant taxonomy with proficiency in conducting field based ecological research including pitfall trapping, baiting, and behavioral observations. 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
  • Capable of summarizing large datasets and presenting those findings with written and verbal formats. 
  • Good at working as part of a team and organizing people to achieve a common goal.

Responsibilities

  • Will be conducting independent field work and needs to be able to make decisions about when to visit different locations based on weather conditions. 
  • Working outside in all weather conditions requires the ability to hike in forests off trails. 
  • Supervision of undergraduate students. 
  • Manage laboratory inventory. 
  • Field and lab-based research tasks.

 Requirements

  • Must have an undergraduate degree with at least two years of experience working in ant field ecology.

Salary and Benefits

Hourly rate of pay $20.00

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Application Process

Interested applicants should email resume and cover letter to Sean Menke at menke@lakeforest.edu.

Lake Forest College embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from women, members of historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.