Research Technician II (Extended Temporary) (Multiple Positions) Apply
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Posting Number: req18828
Department: School of Plant Sciences-Res
Location: Main Campus
Address: Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
Two positions are available with this job description. The successful applicant will be involved in research objectives involving characterization of insect-transmitted plant pathogen interactions and emergent plant viral pathogens. Specific tasks will involve insect transmission/biological assays, DNA and RNA isolation from plants and insects, cDNA synthesis, primer design; PCR, RT-PCR, routine PCR-, real-time qPCR- and ddPCR- amplification assays; molecular cloning; plasmid purification, colony PCR, Sanger DNA sequencing and sequence analysis; dsRNA synthesis; other contemporary techniques.
This is an Extended Temporary Employment (ETE) position.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
- Pathogen-insect
transmission experiments. - Operate
and maintain laboratory equipment. - Familiarity
with relevant literature, help design experimental workplans, lab notebook
upkeep, and data collection. - Develop
or modify standard operating procedures, implement quality control
measures for experiments. - Analyze
data; summarize results, discuss and finalize research progress reports.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge
of the concepts, principles, and techniques of the subject discipline. - Knowledge
of modern research methods and ability to follow protocols, data
collection, and notebook/record keeping. - Knowledge of molecular biology
techniques for working with DNA and RNA, sterile technique, primer design,
molecular cloning, sequence analyses. - Skill
and experience analyzing and evaluating data. - Ability
to write reports and standard operating procedures - Ability
to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and minimum 3
years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with general and advanced biology and molecular biology concepts, sterile technique, DNA and RNA isolation; molecular cloning/E. coli transformation, primer design and PCR/RT-PCR, ddPCR amplification; DNA sequence data analysis.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Research
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $16.50
Compensation Type: hourly rate
Grade
3
Career Stream and Level
OC2
Job Family
Research & Lab
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 2
Expected End Date: 2/28/2025
Contact Information for Candidates
Dr. Judith Brown,
jkbrown@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please submit a statement of research interest within the additional document slot.
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
