RESEARCH BIOLOGIST at Idaho State University Idaho State University, Center for Ecological Research and Education (CERE) and Department of Biological Sciences
Position: open until filled The Center for Ecological Research and Education (CERE) and the Department of Biological Sciences at Idaho State University seeks a full-time research specialist to work in CERE, whose mission is to 1) facilitate individual research in environmental studies, and 2) provide a framework for collaborative, interdisciplinary teaching and research that is focused on ecological principles and problems. The position will involve a combination of lab and field work as well as administration. Half time of the position will be to coordinate, manage, run and maintain analytical instrumentation in the CERE and satellite laboratories. General lab tasks will include ordering supplies and maintaining instrumentation as well as training undergraduate and graduate students in research related tasks. The other half time of the position will be to coordinate instrumentation, collection, and chemical analysis of water, soil and vegetation samples from field sites initially in Arizona and also in Idaho, Wyoming, New Mexico, and Colorado. Other duties include collection and processing micrometeorological and environmental data, laboratory incubations and analysis of soil, resin, and water extracts on analytical instruments. Field research can be physically strenuous, including some long days outside in hot or cold conditions, and will involve some travel. Possible late hours may be associated with collection and processing. This position requires an independent, organized, and motivated individual with demonstrated research skills. The successful candidate will be someone genuinely excited by research with a strong desire to learn and ability to troubleshoot. Above all, the candidate must be personable and enthusiastic about working in a collaborative group environment. For additional information about the department or the position please feel free to contact Dr. Kathleen Lohse in the Department of Biological Sciences at [email protected]. Minimum Qualifications: -Driver license; BA/BS degree in ecology, hydrology, biology, chemistry or related field. Preferred Qualifications: -Firsthand experience with analytical instrumentation; coursework in soils, ecology, chemistry and experience in the field, instrumentation lab analytical techniques (automated spectrophotometry, high temperature combustion organic carbon and nitrogen analyzer and isotopes), and soil and water collections and methods. Application process: You must apply for the job through the HR job postings at ISU 1) Go to www.isujob.net 2) Apply to job posting #2011089 3) You will need to upload a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or resume and list of references (3 names and contact information).
