Laboratory Assistant - Habteselassie

Laboratory Assistant - Habteselassie

Department: CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences

The position involves soil and water sample collection and analysis. It involves working in laboratory, greenhouse, and field. General laboratory and greenhouse upkeep and maintenance is also part of the job.

• Soil and water analysis in the laboratory – 65% of time.
• Soil and water collection in the greenhouse and field – 25% of time.
• Laboratory and greenhouse upkeep and maintenance – 10% of time.

• Some training in soil and water sciences; aseptic and molecular microbiological techniques, and soil enzyme assays.
• Knowledge about soil and water; laboratory skills and experience in aseptic and molecular microbiology techniques.
• Willingness to work outdoors and a valid driving license.

Able to lift up to 25 lbs; able to work in greenhouse and outdoors during the summer time.

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