Job Summary
The individual in this position will provide professional research assistance for a program focused on molecular ecology of plant-microbe interactions.
This is a one-year limited term position. Continuation will be contingent upon availability of funding.
Essential Functions
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: assist supervisor in conducting routine experiments using basic microbiology and molecular biology techniques, responsible for equipment, materials, labor and lab operations, assist supervisor in planning and conducting experiments in growth chamber and greenhouse settings, collect and process research samples and data according to written protocols; perform data entry and assist in report preparation and presentation of results; and perform other duties as necessary.