This position is for someone who is interested in pollinators, climate, and science communication. Responsibilities will include both independent and collaborative work. This individual will work with the Bee Squad team to connect with a public audience on the importance of bees and ways to support them. Outreach efforts will emphasize how pollinators fit into the bigger picture of climate change and environmental justice movements.

The schedule/hours of this position depend greatly on the time of year and work availability. It will mostly be 1 day a week, but there will be a few weeks where you may work several days consecutively. Day to day responsibilities are seasonally dependent. During the summer months, work will include presenting at outreach events, assisting Bee Squad members with research, and conducting work in the field. On-the-job beekeeping training will be available. During the winter months, tasks may include writing newsletters and social media posts, assisting with research, and completing routine equipment maintenance.

This position may work up to 20 hours per week and is employed by the UMN Bee Squad, Department of Entomology, CFANS, University of Minnesota. 

Breakdown of responsibilities:

• 50% Outreach: Delivering education on pollinators and flowering habitat to members of the public at outreach and extension events
• 50% Lab Support: providing support for Bee Squad research projects, including honey extraction, equipment maintenance, cleaning, and tasks around the lab

Required Qualifications

• Great communication skills
• Flexibility and willingness to work with a team on diverse projects
• A passion for pollinators and our environment
• Digitally competent
• Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions and around stinging insects
• Ability to commute to the Bee Lab on the St. Paul campus
• Available to work outreach events in the evenings and on weekends
• Valid driverâ™s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting surveys or data collection
• Undergraduate degree
• Prior beekeeping experience is beneficial but not required

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