UU Student - Research

University of Utah, United States

Updated: 12 days ago
Location: Salt Lake City, UTAH
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 14 May 2024

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Open Date 05/07/2024
Requisition Number PRN14812N
Job Title UU Student - Research
Working Title Ex situ Conservation Intern (Work-Study)
Job Grade SJ
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 10
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Summer Semester Work Study; Monday, May 13th thru Wednesday, July 31st. Exact schedule to be coordinated with supervisor upon hire.
Is this a work study job? Yes
VP Area President
Department 00340 - Red Butte Garden & Arboretum
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 16.00
Close Date 05/14/2024
Job Summary
This position assists Red Butte Garden’s Conservation and Research department with ex situ conservation of seeds collected from threatened and endangered plant species in Utah. The project will involve bringing the seed collection up to date in terms of accuracy and completeness, housed in a comprehensive relational database, and develop a plan for next steps with the seed banking program, including prioritization of future seed collections, germination trials, and research needs.
Responsibilities
· Database Development and Management: checking and updating the long-term seed bank records and preparing them for import into the Garden’s BRAHMS central seed conservation database.
· Seed Collections: may work on new seed collections in the field, either using plants growing in the Garden or in situ at locations around the state. Seed collection trips may involve travel, overnight stays (possibly tent camping), physical work and hiking to remote locations, and being outdoors for long hours in the desert summer. Includes processing the seed back in the lab, cleaning, drying, counting seed, data collection, and record-keeping.
· Lab Skills in Rare Seed Management and Testing: testing the viability of stored seeds and developing germination protocols for different species, which are often difficult to germinate.
· Program Management and Planning: develop a plan for ongoing management of the seed collection, including future collections and seed testing.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills also required. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
College level coursework in Biology, Sustainability, or related field.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • Have you been awarded and have you accepted a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year? If no, do not submit this application.
    • No
    • Yes
  • Have you read and do you agree to follow the work-study information and policy as stated in the Student Work-Study Handbook found on the Financial Aid and Scholarships website? (https://financialaid.utah.edu/types-of-aid/work-study/students/) If no, do not submit this application.
    • No
    • Yes

    • Applicant Documents
    Required Documents Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
  • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission

    • University Human Resource Management
    250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
    Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]

     


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