Professional Aide

  • Michigan State University
  • United States, MI
  • Jul 8, 2026
Casual
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    Job Description:

    Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

    This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

    Unit Position Summary

    This temporary/on-call position is under the direct supervision of Dr. Alexa Warwick in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife. The research assistant will be involved in multiple projects focused on long-term herpetology (reptile and amphibian) research and outreach. Tasks will include data collection via in-person field work at multiple sites near campus (e.g., Corey Marsh, Rose Lake), as well as data management and analysis. To support outreach efforts, the assistant will help at the 4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp for one week in summer.

    The research assistant is expected to meet with Dr. Warwick on a regular basis (usually weekly). Pay is $18/hour, approximately 15 hours/week on average.

    *Some weekend hours to complete field work may be necessary. Otherwise, standard 8-5 M-F.

    Desired Qualifications

    • Comfortable working independently and as a team.
    • Ability to work outdoors.
    • Excellent organizational skills.
    • Interest in herpetology field data collection, organization, and analysis.
    • Willing to work with both adult and youth groups in educational settings.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

    Required Application Materials

    Resume/CV and cover letter

    Work Hours

    ON-CALL







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