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Josh's Frogs

Insect Packer (Evergreen)

Durand, MI · On-site

$15/hr

As a part of our Insect team, you'll be packaging and sending feeder insects to customers across the country. Your primary responsibilities will be packing insects into shipping-friendly containers ...

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What jobs work with insects?

Jobs that work with insects include entomologists, pest control technicians, agricultural scientists, and research scientists. These roles often require knowledge of insect biology, pest management techniques, and sometimes specialized equipment or certifications. They are typically based in laboratories, farms, or field environments.

What is the difference between Insect Job vs Entomologist?

AspectInsect JobEntomologist
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; specialized trainingBachelor's degree or higher in entomology or related field
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, laboratories, pest control settingsResearch labs, universities, government agencies
Industry UsageCommonly used in pest control, agriculture, and environmental servicesPrimarily in research, academia, and scientific institutions

Insect Job typically refers to roles involving pest control, inspection, or fieldwork related to insects, often requiring specialized training. Entomologist is a scientific professional specializing in insect study, usually with advanced degrees and research responsibilities. While both work with insects, Insect Jobs focus on practical applications, whereas entomologists are involved in scientific research and education.

What jobs do insects do?

Insects perform essential roles such as pollination, which supports agriculture and ecosystems, and natural pest control by preying on harmful insects. They also contribute to decomposition and nutrient recycling, and some insects are used in research or as food sources in certain cultures.

What biology jobs pay over $100k?

In biology-related fields, roles such as biomedical directors, pharmaceutical executives, and senior research scientists often have salaries exceeding $100,000 annually. These positions typically require advanced degrees, extensive experience, and strong expertise in areas like genetics, molecular biology, or pharmacology, often involving leadership, project management, or specialized technical skills.

What is the highest paying Entomologist job?

The highest paying entomologist roles are often in government agencies, private industry, or research institutions, with senior-level positions such as research directors or specialized consultants earning salaries exceeding $100,000 annually. Expertise in pest management, forensic entomology, or agricultural consulting, along with advanced degrees and certifications, can lead to higher compensation.
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Infographic showing various Insect Job job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Locum Tenens, 9% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 7% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Insect Husbandry & Genetic Transformation Specialists

Flyttr

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Re-posted yesterday

Job description

Join Us in Texas - Build the Future of Sustainable Biotechnology

Insect Husbandry &GeneticTransformation Specialists| New US Biotech Facility | MissionDriven Science


Are you ready to use your biologyandentomologyexpertisetochange the world?

We'rea global team of bold, passionate innovators developing groundbreaking biological technologies designed to sustainably and safely control insects thattransmitdeadly diseases and devastate crops. As insects pose growing threats to human health, food systems, and global stability, our work has never been more urgent or more exciting.

And now,we'reexpanding into the United States, opening a brandnew biotech facility right here in Texas.


WhatWe'reLooking For

Ifyou'rea handson scientist or technician who thrives in live insect environments, excels in meticulous laboratory work, and wants your career to have global impact, we want to meet you.

You may have a background in:

  • Entomology
  • Insecthusbandry
  • Biology, zoology, or agricultural science
  • Molecular biology or biotechnology with an interest in insect systems


Forscientist rolesyouwill have a first degree in a relevant subject (e.g.biological sciences,zoology,entomology,oragricultural sciencesetc.).

For senior roles, we welcome applicants with relevant postgraduate qualificationsas wellassignificant insectary/ transformation experience.


Experience in any of the following isrequired:

  • Insect husbandry and colony management
  • Maintaining, feeding, andmonitoringinsect life stages
  • Setting up controlled environment insectaries
  • Robustexperimental designand data collection
  • Genetic transformation ofinsectlifestages(including microinjection)
  • Insect transformation techniques (e.g., transgenesis, CRISPR-based modifications)
  • Microscopy
  • Phenotyping, screening, and tracking lineage genetics
  • Vector biology, agricultural pests, or model insect systems
  • Environmental or biosafety compliance in insect facilities

Most importantly: you care deeply about scientific quality, animal welfare, and the global good your work supports.

Why Join Us?

Your Work Will Help:

  • Reduce the burden of diseases
  • Protect crops and strengthen food security
  • Deliver sustainable, scalable solutions that safeguard communities
  • Support a world adapting to changes in insect populations


As one of the early insectary and transformation specialists in our US expansion,you'llhelp design and shape new insect facilities, workflows, and scientific capabilities in a highgrowth, missiondriven environment.You'llbe part of a teamthat'sunited by purpose with brilliant, curious minds driven by one shared mission: to improve lives and livelihoods around the world.

This is more than a job.It'sa mission.Join us.

Apply now and help build the future of sustainable biotech in Texas.


These roles also require current authorisation to work in the United States that does not require, now or in future, any employer sponsorship or support for a change of immigration status. Flyttr does not sponsor employment-based visas or immigration status changes for US-based roles.

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