Research Technician - Grass Genomes; Devos Lab

Position: Research Technician - Grass Genomes (Devos Lab)

Job Posting

Posting Number: S05638P

Working Title: Research Technician - Grass Genomes (Devos Lab)

Department: CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8 am – 5 pm with occasional evening and weekend hours as needed

Salary: $25,175 - $37,500;
Commensurate with Experience and Qualifications

Posting Date: 02/03/2021

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 06/01/2021

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO & Equal Employment Opportunity

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Job Summary

This Research Technician position works as part of a dynamic team on the genetics of grasses. In addition to laboratory research, the post-holder will assist with planting, maintaining, and harvesting of greenhouse and field experiments. The Devos Lab consists of a multinational team of graduate students and post-docs working under the supervision of and with people of different cultural backgrounds. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in next-generation library preparation.

This position is grant-funded for five (5) years. While the continuation of funding and employment is anticipated, it is not guaranteed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate.
• Experience/education may be evaluated in lieu of required minimum qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Demonstrated molecular analysis competency.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to implement existing protocols.

Physical Demands

• Lift 25 lbs.
• Work in varying weather conditions dependent on the time of year.
• Driving.

Key

Duties & Responsibilities Laboratory, Greenhouse, & Field Experiments (75%)

• Data analysis entry into spreadsheets, data sorting, processing, and reporting.
• Lab organization, maintenance, ordering supplies, and preparing solutions and media.
• Collect samples and assure essential supplies in the lab.
• Day‑to‑day operation of research greenhouses including basic repairs.
• Fieldwork at research sites: collect samples, deliver to the lab, install field equipment.
• Research data analysis and initial interpretation of results, determine next steps.

Plant Material Growth & Harvesting (20%)

• Watering and fertilizing crops and coordinating maintenance with facilities management as needed.
• Research plant establishment, care, and maintenance.

General Laboratory Duties (5%)

• Organizing and washing.

Additional Information

• Is driving a responsibility of this position?:
  Yes
• Is this a Position of Trust?:
  Yes
• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
  No
• Does this position require a P-Card?:
  No
• Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?:
  No
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
  No
• Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):
  Yes

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