Research Professional 2 - Plant Science

Percent Time: 100%
Anticipated Salary/Pay Rate: $30.25 - $33.00
Supervisor of Position: Cory Hirsch
Temporary Posted (posted position that can be temporarily appointed for up to 2 years)

Position Summary: The incumbent is expected to perform work assignments in support of research activities related to cereal rust biology, population genetics, and host resistance. The main responsibilities include but are not limited to: conduct molecular marker analysis, manage plants in greenhouse and field settings, rust inoculations and plant evaluation, increase and storage of rust isolates, data entry and analysis, and maintaining general laboratory operations.

Job Duties

• (60%) Provide support to research projects conducted in the lab. Perform experiments and analyze experimental samples. Generate sample/control analysis reports. Responsible for generating, recording, and analyzing data.
• (10%) Lab maintenance. This entails maintaining tools, cleaning, monitoring supplies and equipment, and minor repairs to equipment or facility infrastructure. This also requires good communication with other members of the lab and facility.
• (10%) Oversee the use of laboratory equipment, training personnel/volunteers.
• (10%) Prepare labs by purchasing appropriate equipment and supplies. Organize and set up equipment for research projects.
• (5%) Keep detailed records of all experiments and procedures in laboratory notebooks, databases, spreadsheets, and web-based applications.
• (5%) Provide presentations reporting data and scientific findings.
  
  

Required

• BA/BS degree plus at least two years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant work experience to equal at least six years.
• Experience working with molecular marker assays on plants.
• Experience managing plants in greenhouse and field settings.

Preferred

• Knowledge of, and experiences working with, cereal rust pathogens and their hosts; experience in rust inoculation, inoculum increase and maintenance.
• Good interpersonal skills.
  

Pay Range: $30.25 - $33.00 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

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The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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