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DESCRIPTION: Learn to assist Assistant, Senior, and Principal Biologists within the program. Responsibilities include activities surrounding the delivery of State Mosquito Control Commission services to county mosquito control programs. This could be related to the water management program, aerial spraying program, equipment use program, biological control program, and/or the mosquito and arbovirus surveillance programs. State oversight with respect to permitted activities will be included. 35-hour work week, salary (P95) $52,513.
QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree including or supplemented by twenty four (24)semester hour credits in the biological sciences. A firm grasp on biology, entomology, environmental science, and/or pest control principles. Any experience with insect identification, mosquito surveillance, mosquito trapping, mosquito control activities, insecticide application and or arbovirus epidemiology, teaching/training would be meaningful skills to build upon.
HOW TO APPLY: Apply by May 31, 2024. Submit Letter of Interest, Resume, Unofficial Transcripts (if college degree is required), and the Personal Relationship Disclosure Statement by 4:00 p.m. on the closing date.
DESCRIPTION: 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.
QUALIFICATIONS: Thorough knowledge of entomology including taxonomy, biological and physical sciences, investigative methods, research techniques, and statistical analysis. Familiarity with good laboratory practices, laboratory safety, and chemical and biological safety practices. B.S. in Entomology or a closely related field with specific coursework in entomology. An advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in entomology or other closely related field, or experience working in a vector surveillance and control program is desirable but not required.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested individuals should send a cover letter/statement of purpose; a completed LCVCD job application; and a current resume or CV that includes training, experience, and education. Applicants are encouraged to include reprints of publications, letters of recommendation, and other documents in support of their applications. Resumes or CVs submitted without a completed application form will not be considered. Visit the LCVCD website or call or email the District to request an application and job description.
DESCRIPTION: Manages the Mosquito Control Division (MCD). Supervises and monitors work schedules and payroll for Mosquito Control Technicians. Responsible for field surveillance of mosquitoes; landing rates, breeding sites, and the appropriate mosquito control treatments. Supervises and performs corrective and preventative maintenance for the MCD equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or institution in Public Health, Science, Biology, Entomology, Business, or a related field; valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days); two years of related experience to include ULV sprayers, control systems, and safe handling of pesticides; current Texas Department of Agriculture “Non-Commercial Political Subdivision Pesticide Applicator License” Category 12 Vector Control, or must be obtained within 3 months of date in position; valid Part 107 FAA UAS drone license and understanding of Part 137 for exemption status for aerial application of pesticide usage for drones greater than 55lbs, or must be obtained within 12 months of date in position; demonstrated prior supervisory experience.
HOW TO APPLY: Apply online using the link below.
DESCRIPTION: 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.
QUALIFICATIONS: B.A. or B.S. and MSc. in biology, ecology, evolution, entomology or related fields.
HOW TO APPLY: Contact: Vincenzo Ellis, vaellis@udel.edu
DESCRIPTION: Aimed at all levels of trainees who are working toward ACGH goals, this ACGH-sponsored award is designed to offset research expenses for trainees who have projects approved by a university/research institute that are currently active or will start during 2024. Trainees can use the award to support travel to field sites, purchase equipment, software, reagents or supplies, or cover other expenses that will enhance their research project.
Investigators at the Tropical Island Training and Evaluation Center (TITEC), with headquarters in Puerto Rico and Guam, host 10 - 20 students each summer (interns, undergraduate and graduate students, post-docs) to work with mosquitoes and arbovirus transmission projects. Trainees interested in pursuing ACGH-related research in th eCaribbean, Central America, or Pacific Islands are encourage to contact TITEC investigators.
HOW TO APPLY/DEADLINE: Applications for the ACGH Award for Research Support Expenses is due May 13, 2024.
DESCRIPTION: 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 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.
QUALIFICATIONS: US citizen or permanent resident. Graduated from a Masters degree program in entomology, biology, public health, or related field. Experience and/or strong interest in infectious disease, especially vector-borne diseases. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent attention to detail.
HOW TO APPLY/DEADLINE: Applications due May 17, 2024. Online application includes undergraduate and graduate transcripts, completed interest and experience survey, written narrative to application, resume/CV, and 1-3 letters of recommendation.
DESCRIPTION: The Vector Genetics Laboratory (VGL) at the University of California, Davis is seeking applications for a postdoctoral research scholar position in the area of MOSQUITO ECOLOGY. The VGL is dedicated to research and training in the areas of population & molecular genetics, genomics and bioinformatics of insect vectors of human and animal disease. The Mosquito Ecology post-doc will be part of a project that is focused on the ecology and genetics of populations of the primary malaria vector, Anopheles coluzzii and species with which this mosquito interacts on São Tomé and Príncipe islands. The goal of the ecology project is to assess the impact of introducing genetically engineered An. coluzzii both on natural populations of this species as well as potential impacts on non-target species with which An. coluzzii may interact.
QUALIFICATIONS: (i) quantitative methods in ecology, (ii) experience in conducting field work, (iii) leading field collection teams, (iii) the application of genetic markers for species identification, insecticide resistance genes, blood-meal analysis, etc. The post-doc filling this position should be willing to work as part of an interdisciplinary team and should have experience or interest in one or more of the following: landscape ecology/genetics, island biogeography, population genomics, bioinformatics, and/or mathematical modeling. Support is available for 2 years, starting not later than May 20, 2024.
HOW TO APPLY/DEADLINE: Please e-mail cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications, resume and the names and contact information for three references to Christine Coleman cmhandy@ucdavis.edu with the subject line “Ag02-Mosquito Ecology”. This position will remain open until filled, but candidates able to start on or before May 20, 2024 will be given preference.
DESCRIPTION: The Department of Entomology and Center for Vector Biology & Zoonotic Diseases at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (New Haven Campus) are seeking applicants for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist position starting between April-June 2024 to study the eco-epidemiology of Eastern equine encephalitis virus in the northeastern USA. The position is for two years, dependent on performance and continued funding availability, with a negotiable start date, and the salary is $55,592.00/yr., including competitive medical and dental benefits. The research project will use xeno-serological assays and blood meal analysis to understand the host feeding preferences of Culiseta melanura and determine EEEV infection and immune status of avian species in EEEV hotspots in CT and NY.
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a Ph.D. in vector biology, virology, molecular biology, epidemiology, or a related discipline. Willingness and ability to carry out both field and laboratory work is a must, as is the ability to work as part of a team of researchers. The applicant should have a valid US driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license within two months of employment. Applicants will be expected to supervise undergraduate and graduate students to fulfill the research objectives of this project.
HOW TO APPLY/DEADLINE: Interested candidates should submit by email a single PDF document that includes: (1) a cover letter addressing the requirements above, (2) a CV or resume, and (3) the names and contact information for three references (e-mail and phone numbers) to: Dr. Doug Brackney (doug.brackney@ct.gov). The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified.
DESCRIPTION: The Brelsfoard and McMillan labs at Texas Tech University’s Department of Biology Sciences are actively recruiting up to two PhD level graduate students for Fall 2024 enrollment with interests in medical entomology and/or vector-borne disease eco-epidemiology. Both the Brelsfoard and McMillan labs use a combination of molecular, field-based, and computational tools to address novel questions focused on mosquito and tick-based ecology, biology, and pathogen interactions. Students would be affiliated with the Rockies and High Plains Training and Evaluation Center for Vector-Borne Diseases and have the opportunity to receive targeted training in medical entomology, pursue basic and applied projects related to the epidemiology and control of vector-borne disease threats, and network amongst a growing network of academic and professional public health institutions in the Rockies and High Plains region.
QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to those with experience (either through education, research, or professional) with vector systems of any type.
HOW TO APPLY/DEADLINE: Interested parties are encouraged to contact either Dr. Corey Brelsfoard (corey.brelsfoard@ttu.edu) or Dr. Joseph McMillan (josmcmil@ttu.edu). Please include a CV or resume, available transcripts (unofficial is acceptable), and names and contacts of 2-3 referees. Research assistantships will be fully funded via a graduate school fellowship and external funding.
DESCRIPTION: The Vector Ecology Laboratory in the New York State Department of Health’s Bureau of Communicable Disease Control is hiring a Student Research Assistant to assist with tick and tick-borne pathogen surveillance and research. The position is located in Albany, NY, and is full-time (37.5 hours/week) during the summer (up to 12 weeks) and flexible part-time (up to 20 hours/week) during the academic year. Specific duties include: assisting Department research staff in collecting, sorting, and identifying tick specimens from public parks and nature preserves; assisting in the preparation and processing of specimens for molecular testing to detect tick-borne pathogens; assisting with data entry, tabulation and analysis of field and laboratory data.
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must be a matriculated undergraduate or graduate college student. Documentation of current matriculation and enrollment in the current semester must be submitted with your resume.
HOW TO APPLY: The job posting on the State Jobs NY website is general and applies to several available student positions within the Office of Public Health, all located in Albany, NY. Applicants should submit their resume and cover letter expressing interest the BCDC Vector Ecology Laboratory student position, preferably in PDF format, by email to recruit@health.ny.gov, with Reference code ER/SA/07037-32386/OPH included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, ER/SA/07037-32386/OPH, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Applications due May 3, 2024.
DESCRIPTION: This seasonal role offers a chance to dive into the world of public health. You’ll be supporting the District’s mosquito and vector research, monitoring efforts, and control programs through various tasks in the lab, field, and office.
HOW TO APPLY: Application form available online on the Lake County Vector Control District’s website and at link below. In addition to the application, submit a current resume highlighting skills and experience.
DESCRIPTION: Interns will assist with research studies and mosquito surveillance activities designed to inform and improve District operations. This will involve a combination of field and laboratory work, including adult mosquito trapping, larval sampling, mosquito identification, data entry and other operational and research tasks as necessary. Interns will gain hands-on experience in mosquito trapping and surveillance, pesticide resistance, mosquito biology, disease surveillance, mosquito taxonomy and public outreach. They will also have the opportunity to obtain a Public Health Pest Applicators License during the internship.
QUALIFICATIONS: Undergraduate or graduate student in a biological science or a closely related field (proof of enrollment required each semester); obtain Florida Public Health Pest Control license within 6 months of employment; have a Class “E” Florida Driver’s License and clean driving record.
HOW TO APPLY/DEADLINE: Email resume/CV to the HR Team at Careers@cmcd.org by April 19th, 2024. If selected for the position, you will be asked to fill out an official CMCD application.
See detailed descriptions in link below.
HOW TO APPLY/DEADLINE: To apply, interested candidates should submit (email preferred): (1) a cover letter indicating interest in the position, (2) resume, (3) college transcripts (unofficial copies are ok), and (4) names and contact information for 3 references to: Dr. Philip Armstrong, Center for Vector Biology & Zoonotic Diseases, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, 123 Huntington St., New Haven, CT 06511. Phone 203-974-8510; FAX 203-974-8502; e-mail: philip.armstrong@ct.gov
DESCRIPTION: The Eco-epidemiology Lab at Columbia University has multiple positions for highly motivated Research Assistants (RAs) to assist with research and outreach activities for the 2024 field season on projects studying the eco-epidemiology of zoonotic and vector-borne diseases throughout the five boroughs of New York City and Long Island, NY. The overall goal of the project is to evaluate human exposure to vectors and the risk of disease in urban, suburban, and exurban areas. The RA will assist our team with one or more of the following activities depending on their experience: online and in-person epidemiological surveys in greenspaces, public outreach and promotion of The Tick App, and tick dragging and tick host trapping/sampling on private and public properties. This position will provide strong training in conducting epidemiological assessments in a variety of settings, vector collection and identification, small mammal trapping, data management skills, and science communication.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have a keen interest in disease ecology/environmental health/epidemiology/public health, have strong leadership and communication skills and be highly organized with legible handwriting. A valid U.S. driver’s licence and clean driving record is required and access to a personal car is strongly desirable. Experience with tick or small mammal sampling and identification, as well as with public outreach are highly desirable, but not required. This will be a fieldwork-intensive position, so RAs should be capable of working in challenging environmental conditions (e.g. rain, heat, overgrowth, steep slopes, fog, vector-infested habitat, etc.).
HOW TO APPLY/DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin February 5th, 2024.
DESCRIPTION: Responsible for conducting a variety of public health field or office duties under the supervision of a Registered Sanitarian, or other supervisory staff at the department. Duties may include the inspection of facilities, responding to complaints, investigation of mosquito and rodent complaints, sample collection including the collection of mosquitoes and birds, application of pesticides for control of mosquito and animal vectors, research, office duties, and other duties that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent. Preference will be given if the person is enrolled in a college or university or has previous experience in the field of public health. Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license with a good driving record.
The Cornell Department of Entomology has partnered with eCornell to provide a 4-week online training program on the biology of arthropods — both insects and related forms — that impact human health. You will explore the fascinating biology, behaviors, and disease-transmission processes of a range of organisms, with special emphasis on the most important groups, including ticks and mosquitoes. You will also learn about specific diseases associated with these vectors that can be passed on to humans. The course is appropriate for those working in healthcare and vector-borne disease control, those who train and supervise outdoor workers, and will also be useful for students of vector biology who may not have access to other courses on this topic. $399 total cost. Enrollment discounts may be available. This course has been approved for 28 contact hours of continuing education with the National Environmental Health Association.
Visit the course page for information on the next course cohort.
The Cornell Department of Entomology has partnered with eCornell to provide a 4-week online training program to help you understand the tools, methodology, and best practices for the surveillance of arthropod vectors, including ticks and mosquitoes. You will gain the knowledge and resources necessary to design an effective vector surveillance program in your local jurisdiction. The course is intended to train and create a network of public health practitioners, from a variety of backgrounds, in entomology and in the approaches, techniques, and skills required for effective surveillance programs. $399 total cost. Enrollment discounts may be available. This course has been approved for 28 contact hours of continuing education with the National Environmental Health Association.
Visit the course page for information on the next course cohort.
The e-modules cover basic mosquito biology, surveillance and control with an emphasis on Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus
To help train the nation’s vector control work force on the principles of Integrated Mosquito Management and how to execute data-driven mosquito control, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) funded the AMCA to create a virtual training program. This program consists of 13 modules created and instructed by 24 different experts located throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Australia. Each module contains a reading from the AMCA’s Best Practices for Integrated Mosquito Management manual, a focused video on the topic between 13-33 minutes long, and a 10-question quiz covering both the reading and lecture. After completing the training program, a student may choose to take a 100-question, comprehensive exam to earn a certificate recognizing their accomplishment.
The Midwest Center of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases (MCE-VBD) is offering a certificate in Public Health Entomology to recognize and provide basic skills related to the surveillance and management of mosquito- and tick-borne diseases. The certification process is open to anyone affiliated with MCE-VBD partner organizations with interest in developing skills in vector-borne disease surveillance and control.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provide web-based continuing medical educational (CME) resources for health care providers on Lyme disease diagnosis and treatment, as well as other tickborne diseases.
Lyme Disease CME Tickborne Disease Videos Rocky Mountain spotted fever Toolkit Diagnosis and Treatment of Ehrlichiosis and Anaplasmosis Viral Tickborne Disease Training Diagnosis & Management of WNV
The Entomological Society of America Certification Corporation offers two certification programs for professionals who work with insects:
Graduate Students and Postdocs in Entomology: Are you looking for tools and training to make yourself stand out as you look for the next step in your career? ESA’s new Professional Advancement Career Training (PACT) Initiative will help you develop the leadership capacity and “soft skills” sought after in today’s highly collaborative work environments—both within and beyond academia.
The EPA Center for Integrated Pest Management hosts a yearly webinar series featuring experts from across the country relaying educational and practical strategies for establishing and improving integrated pest management programs in your facilities and environments.
Upcoming Webinars Previous Webinars
TDR has supported the development of a Global Atlas of Medical Entomology Schooling (GAMES), which lists a total of 126 medical entomology courses offered both on-campus and through distance learning in 32 countries across all WHO regions, covering seven languages. For each course, session dates, course outline, fees, language of instruction and responsible managers are listed.
Follow the link below to gain access to the directory. Please register on Global Vector Hub.
The Southeastern Center of Excellence in Vector Borne Diseases, along with partners in the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, is pleased to announce a new online course in mosquito training for pest managers. Participants who complete the 11 modules in the course will learn to identify and understand the mosquitoes of major importance in the urban environment, their life cycles, the general methods of control, personal protective equipment required for safe insecticide application, and the laws and regulations governing mosquito control for the urban pest management industry.
The National Association of County and City Health Officials and its vector control workgroup members identified the need for a focused, practical guide to help local health departments build new local mosquito control programs or enhance existing capabilities in the core competencies.
The National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) produces open-access webinars to improve the capacity of environmental health to identify and understand emerging vectors found in the United States. The NEHA Vector & Pests Webinars page provides up-to-date information on vector control topics and resources used to protect the public of the transmission of vector-borne diseases.
The Southeastern Center of Excellence in Vector Borne Diseases has developed an online tick training course, now available! This course is an introduction to ticks, tick-borne diseases, and tick control for employees in the urban pest management industry, public health entomologists, and anyone interested in learning more about ticks. This self-paced course is eligibile for 2 FDACS CEUs.
Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Pesticide Safety Education Program (CCE-PSEP), is a federally-mandated program that has been a nationally-recognized leader in pesticide safety education for over 40 years. Their mission is to promote the safe use of pesticides to help reduce risks to applicators, consumers, and the environment. PSEP provides pesticide certification and training throughout New York state and serves as an unbiased source of pesticide information for applicators, researchers and the general public.These courses often carry continuing education credits accepted by New York, Vermont, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and West Virginia. Available courses include toxicity of pesticides, insect biocontrol, integrated tick management, introduction to developing IPM strategies, and more.
A no-cost 11-course learning series developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and partners. Program emphasized the use of integrated pest management (IPM) to address public health pests and vectors that spread disease.
American Mosquito Control Association
American Public Health Association
American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene
Entomological Society of America
Mosquito and Vector Control Association of California
National Association of County and City Health Officials
New Jersey Mosquito Control Association
Regional Centers of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases
Society for Vector Ecology
Texas A&M University Entomology Job Board
