Research Technician

University of Kansas, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Lawrence, KANSAS
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

20438BR

KS Biological Survey


Position Overview

A full-time lab/field research technician position is available to support research in the ecology and evolution of plant-microbiome interactions at the University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS). The research technician will be responsible for maintaining projects associated with field experiments, greenhouse and/or growth chamber experiments characterizing plant traits (particularly root traits), plant-microbiome interactions and their influence on plant adaptation, plant species coexistence, plant community structure and productivity, and/or soil ecosphere development. A successful candidate will be extremely organized and efficient with time management.

This position works on-site but occasional remote work may be considered per mutual agreement between the department and selected candidate.


Job Description

60% - Supervising, monitoring, and executing plant-microbiome experiments (in the greenhouse, growth chambers, and/or field) including set up, maintenance, harvesting, data entry and analysis

20% - Maintaining equipment and supply inventories, including ordering repairs and replacements as needed

20% - Entering or supervising entry of results into databases and maintaining data from experiments


Position Requirements

  • Work in greenhouse and in field conditions (extreme environmental conditions of heat, cold, wind, etc.).
  • Lift up to 25 pounds with or without accommodation.
  • This position works on-site but occasional remote work may be considered per mutual agreement between the department and selected candidate.

    • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in biology, botany, ecology, agronomy, range science, or related field.
  • At least 1 year of experience in field research as a field worker, field/lab technician, or investigator.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of plant identification through experience and/or education.
  • Prior experience using a microscope and other sensitive laboratory equipment through education or experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge through education or experience with sterile technique.
  • Experience in the use of word processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office).
  • Proficient written communication skills as demonstrated by application materials.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in biology, botany, ecology, agronomy, range science or related field.
  • Working knowledge of Midwestern and/or Great Plains flora, specifically tallgrass prairie species.
  • Experience propagating plants from seed.
  • Experience in database management.
  • Experience in project management.
  • Experience managing people.

    • Contact Information to Applicants

    Peggy Schultz, [email protected]


    Additional Candidate Instruction

    In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

  • A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
  • Resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Contact information for three professional references.
    • Review of applications will begin Monday, October 25th and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.

    Advertised Salary Range

    Starting salary is $44,300


    Application Review Begins

    25-Oct-2021


    Anticipated Start Date

    15-Nov-2021


    Primary Campus

    University of Kansas Lawrence Campus


    Employee Class

    U-Unclassified Professional Staff


    Work Schedule

    40 hours/week


    Conditions of Employment

    Contingent on Funding


    Work Location Assignment

    On-Site


    Disclaimer

    The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses).


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