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Michigan State University Research Technologist I in East Lansing, Michigan
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Research Technologist I
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Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade:08
Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Natural Science
Department:Plant Biology Cns 10032114
Sub Area:CT- Clerical Tech.
Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Research/Scientific, Clerical Technical- CT, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Position Summary
The lab of Dr. Emily Josephs in the Department of Plant Biology at Michigan State University is hiring a research technician. The technician will be involved in multiple projects in plant evolutionary genetics. These projects will include greenhouse and growth chamber experiments to measure plant phenotypes and DNA extractions from frozen or dried leaf tissue, as well as data analysis. The technician will also be expected to participate in lab meetings, collaborate with other lab members, and be involved in presenting and writing up the results from their work. The technician will also be responsible for ordering equipment and lab organization. See more about what’s going on in the lab at http://josephslab.github.io. Ideally the candidate could start in summer 2024.
Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in the specific field of research employment or other related field; up to six months of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in basic research techniques in the specific or related field; word processing, spreadsheet; database and/or desktop publishing software; presentation software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The job may require the appropriate pesticide applicator's registration/certification and/or experience working with potentially dangerous research animals.
Desired Qualifications
B.S. or equivalent degree. Interest in plant evolutionary genetics.
Previous research experience in plant biology, evolutionary biology, or another field. Experience doing plant experimental biology (rearing plants, measuring traits, managing data) and doing DNA extraction from plant leaf tissue.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Interested individuals should include a brief letter summarizing research experience and professional goals, along with a current CV and the names and contact information of three references. Letters of reference may be requested for finalists.
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Bidding eligibility ends April 30, 2024 at 11:55 P.M.
Advertised: Apr 24, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time