Project Assistant 6 / Entomology Assistant Technical Manager at Abt Associates

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop schedules and targets for the field, laboratory, insectary and data teams.
• Ensure that quality assurance measures are put in place and adhered to in all data collection.
• Provide regular supervision of field, insectary, data and laboratory teams to ensure accuracy of data.
• Monitor progress and meet milestones according to a predefined work plan.
• Conduct preliminary analysis of data and report writing as required by the Entomology Technical Manager

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• Minimum secondary school completion or Bachelors in Biomedical sciences or related fields preferred with at least 2 years of experience working in a busy entomology research environment.
• Detailed knowledge of field and laboratory entomology procedures.
• Must be experienced with budgeting for laboratory reagents to monitor consumption and timely placement of new orders
• Management and supervision experience.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal support from the Entomology Technical Manager.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Fluent in English.

Minimum Qualifications

•  2+ years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.