Project Asst. - Lichen and Bryophyte Technician - R. Thiet [Work Study]

• Applicants must be enrolled students at Antioch University living in the United States*

Start Date: 9/1/2026

End Date: 12/12/2026

Number of Positions: 1

Hours per Week: 10 hrs / week

Weekends Required: No

Evenings Required: v

Supervisor: Rachel Thiet

Alternate Supervisor: Meaghan Guckian, ES PhD Program Director

This position allows for remote work Yes/No: Yes

Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): 70% of work will be remote and will involve analyzing field and laboratory samples, data management, and data analysis.

Method to assess remote work: I plan to meet regularly with the technician to discuss workflow and oversee work quality.

Job Description

• The Lichen and Bryophyte Technician will identify bryophytes and lichens in field samples (1 hr / week); analyze soil samples containing lichens and bryophytes (3 hrs / week); manage a complex data set (3 hrs / week); and perform complex data analysis (3 hrs / week).

Qualifications

• 1. Familiarity with lichen and bryophyte ID and ecology.
• 2. Strong data management and analysis skills.
• 3. Strong attention to detail.
• 4. Willingness and ability and learn complex new skills largely independently.
• 5. Strong communication skills.

Does this position meet the definition of Community Service? No How to Apply: Submit an updated CV and letter of interest.

Email: [email protected]

Position Type: Work Study

Department: Environmental Studies