Research Entomologist

Entomologist - JLL
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

As an Entomologist at JLL, you'll play a vital role in protecting the health, safety, and sustainability of the built environments we manage for our clients worldwide. You'll apply your scientific expertise to develop and implement integrated pest management strategies that safeguard facilities while minimizing environmental impact. Working collaboratively with facility management teams, you'll conduct thorough inspections, identify pest species and their behavior patterns, and design tailored solutions that address the root causes of infestations.

Oversee contract performance of pest control suppliers, ensuring alignment with client quality requirements, performance standards, and GxP compliance across multiple manufacturing building environments

Manage a team of 1-5 staff while coordinating supplier onsite activities, conducting ad-hoc inspections, and verifying service quality levels and SOP compliance

Represent JLL in vendor business review meetings with supplier leadership teams to align on performance expectations, strategic objectives, and audit readiness

Conduct field and laboratory research on insect behavior, physiology, ecology, and genetics to inform strategic pest management solutions

Collect, identify, and classify insect specimens while monitoring populations, tracking migration patterns, and studying life cycles and development

Respond to and document non-conformances using root-cause analysis techniques, developing action plans to resolve vendor performance discrepancies

Collect and analyze data using statistical methods, compile performance trends, and present findings to key stakeholders and quality management teams

Train and educate pest control technicians, field staff, contractors, and site personnel on insect-related issues, prevention measures, and compliance requirements

Bachelor's degree or above in entomology, biology, zoology, or related field

Proficiency in scientific methodology and experimental design

Data analysis and statistical software competency

Laboratory and field research experience

Familiarity of GxP/GMP in a pharmaceutical or food environment

Familiarity with GIS and mapping software

Computer skills for data management and modeling

Physical requirements can include walking extended distances, carrying equipment, and working in various climates.

Thousand Oaks, CA - On-site

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision care

Paid time off and company holidays

Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process—including the online application and/or overall selection process—you may email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. California Residents only. If you are a California resident as defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) please view our Supplemental Privacy Statement, which describes your rights and disclosures about your personal information.

We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.