CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREERS
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STUDENT AND POSTDOCTORAL
The graduate assistant will work under the supervision of Vincenzo Ellis on projects associated with the CDC funded VectorED Network: 1) molecular barcoding of mosquito species and 2) evaluation of a rodent baited vaccine against the Lyme disease pathogen Borrelia burgdorferi. Duties will include field work (trapping and identifying mosquitos, dragging for and identifying ticks), molecular lab work, bioinformatics, data analysis, and writing. This is a paid stipend position. To apply, email a 1) cover letter including research interests and relevant experiences, 2) CV including undergraduate GPA, Masters thesis information and GPA, publications (if any), and the names and contact information for two references including Masters degree major professor (indicate which reference person is Masters degree major professor) to Vincenzo Ellis with “PhD VectorED Assistantship” in the subject line.
SUMMER AND SEASONAL
Fresno Mosquito and Vector Control District is inviting applications to fill this position. The District accepts applications for seasonal employment throughout the year. Generally, the summer employment season is from March through October (depending on weather).
Location: Fresno, CA
Salary: $18.00 per hour
Fresno Mosquito and Vector Control District is inviting applications to fill this position. The District accepts applications for seasonal employment throughout the year. Generally, the summer employment season is from March through October (depending on weather).
Location: Fresno, CA
Salary: $20.00 – $21.50 per hour
Butte County Mosquito and Vector Control District is inviting applications to fill this position. Under the general direction of the District Manager, Assistant Manager, and Regional Supervisor and direct supervision of the Mosquito and Vector Control Specialist, Entomologist, Pilot or Mechanic the Mosquito and Vector Control Assistant, Lab Assistant or Shop/Hangar Assistant (Seasonal) performs vector surveillance, performs vector control operations, insect identification, pesticide efficacy trials, resistance studies and provides public education within the District’s service area, is assigned a geographic zone and/or specialized function of a vector control agency and performs work as required.The District currently maintains 18 full-time employees on its staff. In addition, the District hires ten to fourteen seasonal employees during the mosquito season.
Location: Oroville, CA
Salary: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
Applications due: Open until filled
The District is currently looking to fill a pilot position with the District, either permanent full-time or seasonally. This position serves as a pilot for Butte County Mosquito and Vector Control District flight operations, Aviation Wing, and for support duties as assigned by the District’s management or Pilot II.
Location: Oroville, CA
Applications due: Open until filled
Fresno Mosquito and Vector Control District is inviting applications to fill this position. The District accepts applications for seasonal employment throughout the year. Generally, the summer employment season is from March through October (depending on weather).
Location: Fresno, CA
Salary: $18.00 – $19.00 per hour
Applications are always accepted and kept on file for three years.
San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control is inviting applications to fill this position. Under direct supervision of the Operations Director, Field Operations Supervisor or Vector Control Technicians shall carry out routine inspections of residences in areas known to have mosquitoes, and/or complete field work entailing inspection and larvicidal treatment of creeks, catch basins, drains, salt marsh areas, miscellaneous sources, and stocking mosquito fish in backyard ponds. These positions also include preparing materials and equipment for work assignments, service requests, clearing access ways, some drainage maintenance, general maintenance, housekeeping, and assistance with frequent or routine needs. Seasonal employees are required to work dependably and cooperatively with others, maintain and appreciate safety precautions, and operate some specialized equipment. Seasonal employees may operate right-hand drive vehicles. Applications are always accepted and kept on file for three years.
Starting salary: $19.00 – $25.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Location: Burlingame, CA
Dates: April/May through October/November (season length varies)
The Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District is seeking applications to fill this position. Under the supervision of the Scientific Programs Manager, assists with field surveys for vectors and vector-borne diseases; assists with care/maintenance of sentinel chicken flocks; records data and performs routine data entry; assists with laboratory assays and applied research projects; keeps laboratory and lab equipment clean and organized; assists with repair and maintenance of field surveillance equipment, but may include other work needed by the District.
Location: Concord, CA
Salary: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour
Application due: Open until filled
The Field & Lab Assistant/Seasonal Helper traps mosquitoes and other insects, tends chicken flocks, identifies insects, and learns a variety of skills related to public health. An interest in biology is helpful but not required. No experience is required. This is a 40-hour/week position. The position is expected to run from April 1 through August 31.
Location: Lakeport, CA
Salary: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
Application due: Open until filled
Butte County Mosquito and Vector Control District is inviting applications to fill this position. Under the general direction of the District Manager and direct supervision of the Entomologist II or Entomologist I / Biologist I, if an Entomologist II is not employed, the Lab Assistant, assists with vector surveillance, insect identification, pesticide efficacy trials, resistance studies, vector-borne disease surveillance, lab and surveillance equipment preparation and maintenance, tabulates data, and/or any other specialized function of a vector control agency and performs work as required. The District currently maintains 18 full-time employees on its staff. In addition, the District hires ten to fourteen seasonal employees during the mosquito season.
Location: Oroville, CA
Salary: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
Applications due: Open until filled
Location: Stockton, CA
Salary: $22.55 per hour
Application due: Open until filled
VECTOR CONTROL / PUBLIC HEALTH
State Entomologist are concerned with flies, snails, beetles and other pests (including rodents) of economic and/or medical significance, and with the development, test or application of methods for their propagation or control. Major approaches to problem solving include methods of manipulating the effectiveness of the natural enemy; modifying the environment; changing adverse agricultural practices; introducing predators, parasites, pathogens and other beneficial organisms; devising and adapting abatement practices; applying chemicals; and integrating biological, chemical, cultural and/or other control measures. The Entomologist III independently performs a limited range of professional entomological assignments; may serve as project leader; and performs other related duties as assigned. The Entomologist IV independently performs the analysis, evaluation and solution of complex entomological problems with statewide implications; may supervise lower level entomologist as assigned; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Location: Island of Kauai, HI
Starting salary: Level III – $4,690 to $5,713 per month (SR-20, Step D to I); Level IV – $5,076 to $6,177 per month (SR-22, Step D to I).
Application due: Continuous
State Entomologist are concerned with flies, snails, beetles and other pests (including rodents) of economic and/or medical significance, and with the development, test or application of methods for their propagation or control. Major approaches to problem solving include methods of manipulating the effectiveness of the natural enemy; modifying the environment; changing adverse agricultural practices; introducing predators, parasites, pathogens and other beneficial organisms; devising and adapting abatement practices; applying chemicals; and integrating biological, chemical, cultural and/or other control measures. The Entomologist III independently performs a limited range of professional entomological assignments; may serve as project leader; and performs other related duties as assigned. The Entomologist IV independently performs the analysis, evaluation and solution of complex entomological problems with statewide implications; may supervise lower level entomologist as assigned; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Location: Island of Maui, HI
Starting salary: Level III – $4,690 to $5,713 per month (SR-20, Step D to I); Level IV – $5,076 to $6,177 per month (SR-22, Step D to I).
Application due: Continuous
Under the direction and supervision of the District Manager/Research Director and in cooperation with the Vector Biologist, the Entomologist plans and conducts the District’s research and surveillance program for mosquitoes, ticks, biting flies, and other vectors, and vector-borne diseases. Employees are encouraged to publish their findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at state and national conferences. The District collaborates with other local agencies in Lake County, as well as with other Districts, Universities, and state and federal agencies.
Location: Lakeport, CA
Salary: $2,132.76 – $3,486.46 bi-weekly (DOE)
Application due: Open until filled
BanfieldBio is currently looking for a vector biologist to join them for at least a 2-year term, with funding already in place for a highly competitive stipend. They are currently engaged in research projects on ticks, kissing bugs, flies, and mosquitoes. If you are an ambitious, practically-oriented, expert experimentalist, who is brimming with ideas, admires and respects the capacity of insects and other arthropods to compete with mankind, are a bit of a technology nerd and are seeking an unconventional outlet for your innovative nature, then this position may fill your requirements. You will work in the laboratory and the field as part of BanfieldBio’s scientific team, as well as with external collaborators. You will be mentored in your career development by two experienced researchers who have an established track record of grantsmanship, commercialization and publication. A permanent position at the completion of the project may also be offered if it suits you and the Company.
Under direction, this at-will, exempt, managerial position conducts public outreach, awareness, and education programs to promote awareness of vectors and control operations of the District; conveys news, information, events, meetings, and other services to District staff and the community; and performs other related duties as required. The Public Information Manager is responsible for the communications program including government coordination, media relations, public outreach and education, and enhancement of inter-office communications. This position is also responsible for information on the District website. The incumbent supervises, trains, counsels, evaluates and disciplines departmental staff.
Location: Indio, CA
Salary: $9,378.38 – $11,969.45 per month
Application due: 5/17/2024
The Kaua’i Forest Bird Recovery Project is hiring a Mosquito Research/Control Coordinator. Duties include but not be limited to leading planning, organization, and deployment of landscape level mosquito control on Kauai for the benefit of native wildlife; guiding, implementing, and managing all project activities including research, conservation management, field work and logistics, budget tracking, regulatory compliance; acting as a liaison with partners to monitor and implement impact abatement, control of introduced species and/or habitat restoration in study areas; providing oversight, instruction, and guidance for a team of up to ten (10) members (including staff, interns, and volunteers); producing annual work plans and reports for submission; ensuring that proper environmental compliance documentation is prepared for all projects and that all permits and regulatory approvals are obtained.
Location: Kaua’i, HI
Salary: $5,140.00 per month
Application due: 5/28/2024
The Delta Mosquito and Vector Control District is seeking applications to fill this position. Under the authority of the Board of Trustees, the General Manager: plans, organizes, and directs a comprehensive mosquito and vector control program for the Delta Mosquito and Vector Control District; provides policy guidance and program evaluation to the Board and management staff; encourages and facilitates provision of vector surveillance and control services; fosters cooperative working relationships with partner agencies, such as state and local intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private organizations. The position is regarded as executive and technical in providing the leadership for planning and implementing short- and long-term programs. Work is performed in conformance with established policies and regulations and is subject to review by the Board of Trustees and in compliance with the regulations of a California Special District.
The West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District is seeking applications to fill this position. Under direction, plans, organizes, and supervises the field inspection and control operations of the District; supervises employees engaged in such operations; and performs related work as required. May be required to cover any program for the District so must have a thorough knowledge of each program in the District.
Location: Ontario, CA
Salary: $39.55 – $49.39 per hour
Application due: Open until filled
Under general supervision, the Vector Control Technician I performs assigned and routine surveillance and control efforts and advises the public regarding vector and nuisance species problems.
Location: Indio, CA
Salary: $4,386.03 – $5,597.81 per month
Application due: 5/9/2024
This is skilled and specialized work in mosquito control. Work involves inspection of mosquito sources and applying control measures in compliance with State laws, regulations, and district policies. Responsibility for the safe application of pesticides and the efficient operation of spray equipment, motor vehicles, and similar equipment. Work is performed in accordance with established methods and techniques, but employee exercises considerable independent judgment in inspection and spraying assignments. Supervision is received from a supervisor through review of work and reports, and through conferences.
Location: Stockton, CA
Salary: $60,508.50 – $73,564.40 per year
Application due: Open until filled
ACADEMIC
Academic opportunities are organized by the most recent to the oldest job postings.
The Department of Entomology at Purdue University invites applications for the O. Wayne Rollins/Orkin Endowed Chair in Urban Entomology. The successful candidate is expected to establish an internationally recognized, extramurally funded research program in one or more areas of urban entomology such as physiology, genomics, ecology, population modeling, integrated pest management or pesticide resistance management. The successful candidate will provide leadership to a dynamic group of scientists at Purdue engaged in urban entomology and the urban pest management industry more broadly through basic and applied research, teaching and learning and engagement. This is a nine-month, tenure track appointment at the associate or full professor level with primary research and secondary teaching responsibilities.
Location: West Lafayette, IN
Expected Start Date: 8/12/2024
Application due: Applications received by 2/24/2024 will be assured of review.
FELLOWSHIPS / MENTORSHIPS
The Tennessee Department of Health Vector-Borne Diseases (VBD) Program in collaboration with the Southeastern Center of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases at the University of Florida, is seeking degreed applicants interested in furthering their training in Vector-Borne Diseases while working collaboratively with CDC, state health departments and universities in the southeastern region of the US. The VBD Fellowship Program is designed to provide training in three foundational areas of Vector-Borne Disease research and practice: Public Health Entomology, Laboratory Science, and Epidemiology. Activities will include applied research and surveillance projects relevant to the Southeastern U.S. Topics will include tick and mosquito surveillance and pathogen testing, tick control studies in the field, surveillance, and response to VBD clusters and identification of imported cases of significance. These projects will contribute to understanding, monitoring, and preventing Lyme disease, spotted fever rickettsioses, ehrlichiosis, West Nile, La Crosse encephalitis, and many other vector-borne diseases.
ADDITIONAL CAREER WEBSITES
- Mid-West Center of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases (MCE-VBD)
- Western Gulf Center of Excellence for Vector-Borne Diseases (WGCVBD)
- Southeastern Center of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases (SECVBD)
- Rockies and High Plains Vector-Borne Disease Center (RaHPVEC)
- New England Regional Center of Vector-borne Diseases (NEWVEC)
- Mosquito and Vector Control Association of California (MVCAC)
- The American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA)
- American Public Health Association
- Entomological Society of America (ESA)
- Society for Vector Ecology (SOVE)
- Utah Mosquito Abatement Association (UMAA)
- West Central Mosquito and Vector Control Association (WCMVCA)
- Alameda County MAD
- Contra Cost MVCD
- Marin/Sonoma MVCD
- San Mateo County MVCD
- Santa Clara County MVCD
- Butte County MVCD
- Placer MVCD
- Sacramento-Yolo MVCD
- Shasta MVCD
- Sutter-Yuba MVCD
- Tehama County MVCD
- East Side MAD
- Merced County MAD
- San Joaquin County MVCD
- Turlock MAD
- Consolidated MAD
- Delta MVCD
- Fresno MVCD
- Kern MVCD
- Antelope Valley MVCD
- Coachella Valley MVCD
- Greater Los Angeles County VCD
- Northwest MVCD
- Orange County MVCD
- San Bernardino County MVCD
- San Gabriel Valley MVCD
- West Valley MVCD
- Salt Lake City MAD
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