LABORATORY TECHNICIAN- USDA

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Position Information

Posting Number	SRGV7421
Working Title	LABORATORY TECHNICIAN- USDA
Number of Vacancies	1
Location	Rio Grande Valley
Department	College of Science/Sch of Integr Bio & Chem Sci
FTE	1
FLSA	Non-Exempt
Scope of Job	To perform routine laboratory research and administrative duties. Responsible for performing laboratory procedures, recording procedure results, purchasing, laboratory organization, and training of student researchers.
Description of Duties	Prepares laboratory analyses and reports test results. Collects and processes specimens for analyses including proper handling of paperwork. Evaluates sample results. Prepares, processes and collects samples. Sterilizes lab equipment and lab environment. Disinfects complete samples and lab environment. Keeps inventory and orders lab supplies. Prepares chemical solutions and growth media.  Maintains lab equipment. Maintains records for the lab. Aids in preparation of manuscripts for publication and poster presentations for scientific conferences. May perform other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received	Close supervision from assigned supervisor on and off-site.
Supervision Given
Required Education	High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Education	College level class work in Biology or Chemistry.
Licenses/Certifications	May be required to have All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) safety certificate or obtain within 6 months of start date.
Required Experience	One (1) year of experience with laboratory and/or scientific procedures or Eighteen (18) hours of college level Biology and/or chemistry courses.
Preferred Experience	Basic knowledge of entomology or animal husbandry and bacteriology. Ability to work in laboratory environment (insect rearing facility). Ability to learn and follow laboratory protocols. Completion of USDA trainings in addition to any UTRGV trainings.
Equipment	Proficiency in the use of PCs and other standard office equipment. Experience with standard laboratory equipment.
Working Conditions	Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Normal laboratory conditions. Occasionally requires working with hazardous chemicals, equipment, and materials or in hazardous environments. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other	This is a grant funded position for 1-year with no expectations of being rehired May require some evening and/or weekend hours. Occasional travel is required.  Must be able to work cooperatively with a team of other researchers.  Must be able to work outside to conduct fieldwork.
Physical Capabilities	N/A
Employment Category	Full-Time
Minimum Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date	03/12/2024
Grant Funded Position	Yes
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date	08/31/2024

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EEO Statement	It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
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Additional Information	UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
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