Biological Scientist I
Biological Scientist I
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$ 23 - 25
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Biological Scientist I
Bachelors degree in biology or a closely related life science field.
Laboratory research activities: follow established guidelines and protocols to isolate purify and preserve plant pathogens obtained from infected plant tissue. Identify pathogens by using microscopy and molecular biology techniques. Support the development of novelty assays for pathogen detection. Evaluate the effect of chemicals on pathogen growth under invitro conditions. Prepare inoculum for greenhouse and field experiments.
Field research activities: evaluate disease symptoms in field trials and commercial farms. Collect and process samples for pathogen identification and preservation. Coordinate with the EREC field crew activities related to field trials such as planting fertilization and pest control. Collaborate with technicians from the industry in the establishment and maintenance of onfarm trials. Assist with pesticide applications. Drive to various field locations to complete research activities.
Greenhouse research activities: grow and maintain plants for experiments inoculate plants with pathogens and evaluate disease symptoms. Apply chemicals to seeds plants and soil to test their efficacy in controlling disease development.
Data collection and analysis: maintain excellent records of research activities; this includes steps for the or optimization of protocols and data from laboratory greenhouse and field experiments (including but not limited to disease incidence disease severity onset of symptoms description of symptoms colony diameter pathogen identification host/cultivar identification). Register data in the appropriate format including laboratory notebooks and/or electronic files and conduct basic analysis of data (statistical analysis area under disease progress curve doseresponse curves etc..
Laboratory maintenance: upkeep of the laboratory equipment and supplies. Participate and coordinate the cleaning and organization of the laboratory. Monitor laboratory equipment performance and arrange maintenance or repair as needed. Order and purchase supplies for research and extension activities as requested. Other duties as assigned.
$23 $25 hourly; commensurate with skills and experience
Bachelors degree in biology or a closely related life science field.
In order to be considered you must upload your resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This position is eligible for Veterans preference. If you are claiming Veterans preference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veterans Preference Pagefor more specific information.
Employment Type
Full-Time
