Research Technician

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Job Title:

Research Technician

Department:

Arts and Sciences | Evolution Ecology and Organismal Biology

The candidate will support existing and new research and will be advised by Dr. Rachelle Adams. Research expectations will align with active grants in the Adams Lab. Primary responsibilities for the position include assisting graduate and undergraduate students with research projects, maintaining lab equipment, ordering supplies, managing the care of live fungus-growing ant colonies, and implementing and trouble-shooting molecular protocols. The Research Technician assists with data collection and analysis to analyze the outcomes of experiments and maintains an up-to-date and detailed laboratory notebook. The Research Technician performs routine research tasks under general supervision, applies standard procedures to complete assignments, and provides general support to ensure efficient research operations by assisting with the maintenance of laboratory equipment. Technician led projects will be outlined with supervision but then completed and written for publication by the technician.

Required: High School diploma or GED. 1 year of relevant experience required. 0 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree.

Additional Information:

The College of the Arts and Sciences Department of Evolution Ecology and Organismal Biology is seeking a Research Technician. The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world-class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field.

The pay range for this job profile is $15.86 - $20.74. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.  

Location:

Kinnear Rd, 1315 (0951)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

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