Research Associate I, Genomics

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004428P
Position Title Research Associate I, Genomics
Division/College Research Centers and Institutes
Department Institute for Interdisciplinary Data Sciences
Location Moscow
Posting Context Statement
The Genomics Research Associate (GRA) helps operate and maintain sophisticated research equipment to produce cutting edge genome-scale data. The GRA assists the IIDS Genomics Lab Services Manager, Bioinformatician, and clients to develop and execute projects that exploit next generation sequencing technologies for genetic, genomic, metagenomic, metatranscriptomic, targeted sequencing, genotyping, and related studies. The GRA also assists the Manager and Bioinformatician by quoting, tracking services, billing, and stocking supplies. The GRA may inform, advise, and educate many on an off-campus clients on effective use of GBRC User Core equipment and sequencing technologies.
Position Overview
Performs research activities and analysis; implements and evaluates research procedures and data. Records observations and measurements then reports results. Responsible for analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision with a certain degree of creativity and latitude. May supervise junior research personnel.
Duties may include:
  • Providing technical support in planning and/or designing of scientific projects, studies, or applications
  • Planning and conducting research and analysis of scientific data
  • Interpreting test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
  • Identifying and evaluating scientific samples and determining need for further testing
  • Developing recommendations and/or providing solutions, standards, and protocol to a wide range of difficult problems
  • Planning, designing, developing, monitoring and/or evaluating portions of a scientific project, study, or application
  • Providing scientific evaluations/assessments
  • Researching, implementing, standardizing, and evaluating new procedures
  • Maintaining detailed records of results and prepares written reports acceptable to the Principal Investigator and funding agencies
  • Other duties as assigned
Unit URL
https://www.iids.uidaho.edu/
https://www.iids.uidaho.edu/core-units.php

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • Two years of post-bachelor’s research experience related to the domain of this position
Required Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field
Required Other
  • None
Additional Preferred
  • Experience working in a laboratory
  • Experience communicating effectively and electronically, and ideally technical information to clients/collaborators
  • Experience solving problems in both physical and customer service contexts
  • Experience with PCR, q/RT-PCR, gel-imaging, imaging, diagnostic equipment
  • Demonstrated ability keeping records of research data and summarizing research data
  • Post-graduate degree
  • Experience managing multiple projects with competing deadlines
  • Experience applying molecular biology and/or analytical/diagnostic techniques and troubleshooting the experiment, sample, and/or user
  • Experience with methods, procedures and operating principles of high-throughput DNA sequencing and other high-throughput technologies
  • Experience delicately/tactfully providing necessary feedback that might also be viewed as a personal attack by the nonobjective
  • Experience in developing standard operating procedures
  • Knowledge or experience with laboratory safety, biosafety and decontamination
  • Experience resolving conflict in a customer service environment
  • Experience working independently and in a team-oriented setting
  • Possess excellent laboratory bench skills
  • Coursework or experience with Linux and basic programming/scripting (e.g. Bash, R, Python, etc)
  • Analytical background as evidenced by coursework in advanced math or statistics courses
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and university laws, regulations, and policies as related to core facilities and federal research grants
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • Ability to perform tasks in a wet-laboratory
  • Ability to occasionally lift carry and/or otherwise move up to 50 pounds
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Exempt
Employee Category Exempt
Pay Range $51,000 or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No
Posting Date 05/14/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please address all the minimum requirements in the Letter of Qualification . Preferential review of applicants to begin on May 28, 2024.
If you would like a full copy of the job description for this position, please contact Kathleen Skovgard at [email protected] . To see additional information, please visit the ORED Jobs page here .
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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