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Environmental Specialist

Keller, TX · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Ensures appropriate processes are adhered to for mosquito abatement and/or control. Responsible for ... assist with the thorough and effective communication on related regulatory compliance and ...

$60 - $80/hr

Ensures appropriate processes are adhered to for mosquito abatement and/or control. Responsible for ... assist with the thorough and effective communication on related regulatory compliance and ...

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What does a research assistant mosquito do?

A Research Assistant Mosquito is a professional who supports scientific research focused on mosquitoes. Their tasks often include collecting mosquito specimens in the field, maintaining laboratory colonies, conducting experiments to study mosquito biology, behavior, or disease transmission, and recording data for analysis. They may also assist with preparing reports and scientific presentations. This role is essential in advancing our understanding of mosquito-borne diseases and developing strategies for their control.

What are some common challenges faced by research assistants working with mosquito studies, and how can they be addressed?

Research Assistants in mosquito studies often face challenges such as maintaining strict laboratory protocols to prevent cross-contamination, managing live mosquito colonies, and accurately recording experimental data. Fieldwork may also involve working in challenging environments or during irregular hours. To address these challenges, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, adhere to safety guidelines, and communicate effectively with the research team. Ongoing training and collaboration with experienced colleagues can also help in overcoming these obstacles and ensuring high-quality research results.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a research assistant mosquito, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Research Assistant focused on mosquito studies, you generally need a background in biology, entomology, or a related field, often with a bachelor's degree or relevant lab experience. Familiarity with laboratory techniques, mosquito identification, data collection tools, and possibly GIS or statistical analysis software is typically required. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication help ensure accuracy and collaboration within research teams. These skills and qualities are essential for producing reliable data, maintaining safety protocols, and advancing research outcomes in mosquito-related studies.

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Public Health Instructor - Wright Patterson AFB

Dayton, OH • On-site

VENESCO, LLC
51 - 200 employees

$60K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Description

Public Health Instructor


Venesco is seeking a Public Health professional to support the 711th Human Performance Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base as a Public Health Instructor.


US Citizenship is required for this position.


Background


The 711th Human Performance Wing (711 HPW), headquartered at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, is the first human-centric warfare wing to consolidate human performance research, education and consultation under a single organization. Established under the Air Force Research Laboratory, the 711 HPW is comprised of the Airman Systems Directorate (RH) and the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM). The Wing delivers unparalleled capability to the Air Force through a combination of world class infrastructure and expertise of its diverse workforce of military, civilian and contractor personnel encompassing 75 occupational specialties including science and engineering, occupational health and safety, medical professions, technicians, educators, and business operations and support.


Tasks

  • Assist with activities of Public Health Education Division.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for the creation of Public Health Education training.
  • Help design Public Health lesson plans using Instructional System Development methodology. Contractor shall have no more than two minor formatting errors and two minor text errors found in any course documentation.
  • Conduct classroom instruction for public health subjects.
  • Provide platform instruction for scheduled/assigned lessons in Public Health Apprentice, Contingency Preventive Medicine, Operational Entomology, Hearing Conservation Certification, Hearing Conservation Re-certification, Community Health Workshop, Force Health Management Workshop and Occupational Medicine Workshop.
  • Present instruction according to lesson plans, or deviates, based on student needs.
  • Adjust learning experiences to meet student needs. Instructional delivery must reflect approved instructor methodologies as found in Air Force Instruction. Teaching steps to include attention, motivation, and interim summaries will be used during each lesson taught with no more than one missed teaching step per four hours of instruction.

Requirements


Required Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree in Public Health
  • 8 years of experience within a public health related field.
  • Prior Air Force military experience is preferable.
  • Personnel will be required to complete Basic Instructor Course (BIC) presented by USAFSAM/ED within 1 year of start date if they are not already BIC certified.
  • Experience providing operational consultation relevant to Force Health Management and Community Health Public Health programs in the Air Force.
  • Advanced skills in utilizing equipment authorized or required to be used in Public Health offices, i.e. outbreak investigation tools, mosquito traps, and food inspection materials.
  • Requires experience utilizing health-related databases and conducting health surveillance.

Venesco, LLC, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Venesco is committed to administering all employment and personnel actions on the basis of merit and free of discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religious affiliation, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. Consistent with this commitment, we are dedicated to the employment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, persons of all ethnic backgrounds and religions according to their abilities.

For more information on Venesco, LLC., visit https://venesco.com.