[Entm-beu] Hiring for an Assistant Vector Ecologist

[Gian C Ledesma]

Sent on behalf of Dr. Dong Hwan Choe dchoe003 at ucr.edu<mailto:dchoe003 at ucr.edu>



Here is a job opportunity for Alameda County Vector Control Services District.

Please contact Dr. Adena Why (adena.why at acgov.org<mailto:adena.why at acgov.org>) directly if there is any inquiry for this position.


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Here is a brief job description:


Assistant Vector Ecologist

Under the supervision and direction of the Scientific Program Manager of the Alameda County Vector Control Services District, provides technical assistance to the Scientific Program Manager and Vector Ecologist by conducting surveillance of invertebrate vectors and vertebrate reservoirs of zoonotic diseases; provides biological and scientific knowledge and assistance to Vector Control Biologists in regards to vectors and vector-borne diseases; and conducts all aspects of the disease surveillance and laboratory testing for detecting pathogens from mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, rodents and other vectors.  The Assistant Vector Ecologist performs entomological and molecular work related to the surveillance and control of invertebrates and vertebrates; and provides vector identifications and technical advice to Vector Control Biologists. The incumbent is knowledgeable with identification of invertebrate vectors and vertebrate reservoirs; current laboratory testing of various disease pathogens; and methods of control. Within one year of service in this class, the incumbent is required to be certified by the California Department of Public Heath for applying pesticides in controlling mosquitoes, terrestrial invertebrates, and vertebrates.

https://jobapscloud.com/Alameda/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=23&R2=5694&R3=01

Thanks,
Adena

Adena Why, PhD
Scientific Program Manager/Acting Chief
Alameda County Vector Control Services District
1131 Harbor Bay Pkwy, Ste. 166
Alameda, CA 94502
510-777-2176
Email: adena.why at acgov.org<mailto:adena.why at acgov.org>
www.acvcsd.org<http://www.acvcsd.org>

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