Part Time Research Assistant - Molecular Ecology - Environmental DNA Marker Development
Part Time Research Assistant - Molecular Ecology - Environmental DNA Marker Development
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Penn State Hazletons Biology department is seeking applicants for a parttime research assistant to assist with aspects of environmental DNA (eDNA) marker development for aquatic invasive species (AIS) monitoring.
This project is funded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the applicant would work primarily at the Northeast Fishery Center in Lamar Pennsylvania alongside federal research scientists.
The successful applicant will work with team members in the United States Department of Interior Early Detection and Rapid Response team for AIS. This interdisciplinary collaborative work group is comprised of state federal and academic researchers working to develop and refine early detection tools for AIS management. The work will focus on priority and emerging AIS threats across the United States. This wage position is a parttime position funded at $25 per hour and not to exceed 20 hours per week over a 48week period (total hours funded 594 hours).
Education and Experience:
Completion of or enrolled in a bachelors degree in ecology biology or related field with experience in basic molecular techniques. Degree completion is preferred but not required. Specific laboratory skills could include DNA extractions PCR gel electrophoresis and sample acquisition and must work well in a team environment and have an interest in natural resource conservation and management.
Responsibilities:
Specific job duties for this position include but are not limited to following:
- Assisting project personnel with tissue sample acquisition from museums or project partners.
- Maintaining tissue inventory and database records
- Assisting personnel in completion of molecular genetics laboratory work including but not limited to DNA extractions PCR sequencing applications and quantitative PCR implementation
- Assembling mitochondrial genomes and analyzing sequence data
- Assisting with various laboratory and computerbased genomic tasks
The project requires the individual to be motivated have good time management be wellorganized detailed oriented and to have the strong interpersonal skills required to work within a research team.
Application: To be considered for this position please submit a resume/CV a cover letter explaining your interest in this position and three references with contact information. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
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Employment Type
Part-Time
