Environmental Biomolecular Engineer

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The Environmental Biomolecular Engineer (Research Technician)—under the direction of Drs. Collin Closek and Halleh Balch—will develop a flow-through chemical process that enables whole water samples to be used for hybridization assays to detect environmental DNA (eDNA) and small molecule metabolites in a scalable, compact, and field-deployable platform. The role will assist in sample processing, sequencing, validation tests, contribute to communicating results and expanding stakeholder partnerships.

The role provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in novel application of eDNA monitoring to real-world scientific challenges in biodiversity and conservation.

• Conduct a landscape assessment of available technologies and miniaturization prospects
• Design a waterproof chemical handling flow-through system
• Test and optimize technologies for high-performance flow-through system
• Perform seawater eDNA extractions, PCR, and sequencing library preparation
• Conduct Oxford Nanopore Sequencing
• Analyze resulting data
• The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in a related scientific field
• General understanding of scientific principles. Demonstrated performance to use knowledge and skills when needed.
• Demonstrated ability to apply theoretical knowledge of science principles to problem solve work.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.

• Detail-oriented
• Self-motivated and takes initiative in starting projects
• Strong communication, molecular, and computational skills
• Organized and completes work products within projected timelines
• Ability to work independently and in a 20-person team, while reporting progress and challenges with collaborators
• Basic knowledge of ecology
• Basic knowledge of genomics
• Applied experience in Illumina and Oxford Nanopore sequencing platforms
• Background in bioengineering, mechanical engineering, and/or molecular technologies
• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Expected pay range for this position is $32.58 to $38.48 per hour.

• Schedule:
  
  Full-time
• Job Code: 4943
• Employee Status:
  Fixed-Term
• Grade: E
• Requisition
• Work Arrangement:
  On Site

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