Research Specialist
Research Specialist
Posting Number: SP004801P
Division/College: College of Science
Department: Biological Sciences
Location: Moscow
Posting Context Statement:
This position will support the establishment of the Udekwu lab focused on the growth (culture) of gut and environmental bacteria. The goal of these studies is to understand how microbial communities interact and evolve. Duties include growing and maintaining bacterial cultures, ordering and maintaining laboratory supplies, and DNA, RNA and protein purification.
Position Overview:
Performs research activities and analysis, recording observations and measurements, and reports results. Participates in analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision.
Duties may include:
Duties may include:
- Preparing standard solutions for calibration and analyses
- Interpreting test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
- Collecting laboratory or field data
- Conducting research and analysis of scientific data
- Participating in research design discussions
- Performing literature reviews
- Preparing reports
- Comparing data and historical records for trend verification
- Developing reference files, comparison charts, and graphs on research data
- Assisting with site inspections and field oversight
- Having little or no supervisory responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
- Following pre-established procedures or protocols
- Collecting and reviewing scientific data
- Keeping complete and accurate records
- Working in a team environment
Required Education:
- Bachelors degree in microbiology, biochemistry, bio-engineering, or related field
Required Other:
Additional Preferred:
- Experience with research lab organization or management
- Previous use of Electronic Laboratory Notebook reporting
- One year of research experience
- Work with continuous cultures or bioreactors and / or sequencing or protein profiling a merit
- Knowledge in performing data analysis in R
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- May require working with toxic, volatile, and corrosive chemicals and/or carcinogenic substances
- May require working with Biosafety level 2 (BSL2) microorganisms
- Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 lbs
Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $16.00 per hour + DOE
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE:
1.0
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 03/21/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
- This position is open until filled, however, applications received on or before April 4, 2025 will receive first consideration.
- Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
- Please use your cover letter/letter of application to explain in detail how your work experience, skills, and abilities meet both the required and preferred qualifications as listed in the position description.
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/47793
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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