Research Technician

Updated: 9 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
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Type of Position:
Research


Workstudy Position:


No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:


Sponsorship Available:


No

Institution Name:

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees.  The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture.  The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.  As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. 

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Department:

AES | SOIL | MSTL Data Processing


Department's Website:



Summary of Job Duties:

The Research Technician's work location will be at the Soil Testing Laboratory in Marianna, Arkansas. The Research Technician will work in the laboratory and in the front office/data processing area answering client calls and assisting the lab staff and programmers with the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). The data processing portion of the position requires learning the LIMS and the use of Excel, Word, and Outlook to organize and manage data and metadata, solve problems, track inventory, interface with computer programmers, communicate with other laboratory employees about problems and data, and assist clients with accounts, sample log-in, and accessing data reports. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. The laboratory tasks will include scooping soil, washing glassware, adding extracting solution to soil samples, and other lab duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus one year of experience in performing tests in a research laboratory. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Knowledge of procedures and equipment used in standard research laboratory tests.

- Knowledge of chemicals used in test analysis

- Ability to provide maintenance and care of laboratory

- Ability to record test results and define test findings.


Additional Information:



Salary Information:


30,000


Required Documents to Apply:


Resume


Optional Documents:



Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:


Cindy Herron
Project/Program Manager
PO Drawer 767
Marianna, AR 72360
870-295-2851


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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.  The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.  Required checks are identified in the position listing.  A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.  Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. 

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture commits itself to policies of affirmative action and diversity with respect to both employment opportunities and program participation.  The Division complies with these policies not merely because of legal requirements, but because we believe that such practices are basic to human dignity.  As such, the Division welcomes all applicants to apply without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.  Candidates must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.  All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.



Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Pushing, Reaching, Standing

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

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