Student Research Assistant - Entomology

The Ohio State University

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Wooster Campus Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted April 20, 2026 Last posted April 20, 2026
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Job Title:

Student Research Assistant - Entomology

Department:

FAES | Entomology-JM

Undergraduate Student Research Assistant position in the Fruit and Vegetable Entomology Lab at Ohio State University (Wooster, OH) This is a part-time (up to 38 hrs./wk.) position. Start date is May 2026; ending in summer/fall 2026. Individuals will assist on a broad selection of pest management projects including 1) vegetable pest management, 2) pollinator health, and 3) invasive species monitoring.

Qualifications:

● Interest in agricultural science, especially pest management

● Must have a driver's license and be able to work independently

● Strong attention to detail and ability to remain organized in a variety of environments

● Previous experience conducting lab or field research is preferable but not required

Students will be permitted to work 38 hours during the summer and/or academic breaks.

This position is located in Wooster, Ohio on The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences campus.

Additional Information:

Location:

Wooster Science Building (8002)

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

10

Shift:

First Shift

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About this role

Summary

Assist with pest management research projects in an entomology lab at Ohio State.

Job title

Student Research Assistant - Entomology

Experience level

entry level

Industry

education

Location requirements

Wooster campus, on-site in Ohio, with options for summer and breaks.

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

interest in agricultural sciencedriver's licenseattention to detailability to work independently

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

entomologypest managementinvasive speciespollinator health
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site