Lab Technician Position in Evolutionary Ecology of Agricultural Plants Mercer Lab at Ohio State University Applications accepted July 18 – August 2
I am seeking a highly motivated individual to fill a full-time lab technician position (Research Assistant II) in a newly established lab at The Ohio State University in the Department of Horticulture and Crop Science. The successful candidate will work on projects related to the evolutionary ecology of agricultural plants – both weedy and cultivated. In particular, my lab focuses on the evolutionary impacts of crop-wild hybridization in sunflower as it relates to risk assessment for transgenic crops and the effects of climate change on crop genetic resources, in the US and Mexico. The successful candidate will assist in conducting field, greenhouse, and laboratory research, test the validity of research methods and recommend alterations as needed. S/he will also collect and maintain data and experimental records, prepare data in forms appropriate for statistical analysis and tables or figures in forms appropriate for publication. In addition, s/he will provide general supervision to undergraduate students and hourly student employees in the lab, procure and maintain laboratory equipment and supplies, and may execute molecular genetic analysis using microsatellites and design or update the laboratory website. The position requires someone with a Bachelors degree in Biology, Ecology, Agronomy, or Plant Science who has experience working with plants in the field or greenhouse. Considerable experience with Microsoft Word and Excel is also required. Desired experience includes familiarity with statistical analysis, ability to design and/or update websites, and experience in molecular genetic analysis. To apply, submit an on-line application through the Ohio State University job website (http://jobs.osu.edu/). The position will be posted from July 18 – August 2. During that period, you can search for it on the website using requisition number 346091. In addition to the standard application form, please include a cover letter indicating why you are interested in the position, as well as a resume or CV. Contact Kristin Mercer ([email protected] or 614-247-6394) with any questions. Salary will depend on experience and range from $11.55-$13.03/hr. Position to start as soon as possible. This is a full-time, regular position with benefits. ********************** Kristin Mercer Assistant Professor Ohio State University Department of Horticulture and Crop Science Columbus, Ohio 43210 (614) 247-6394 [email protected]
