Research Technician
Department: 3670020060 Biology
Job no: 517865
Employment type: Temporary Full-time
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Worksite: On-site requirement
Categories: Research / Scientific / Grants
Pay Grade: 04B
About This Role:
The Division of Biology seeks a temporary Research technician. The technician will perform generalized duties in support of research projects. Duties may include collecting samples, preparing samples for analysis or testing, preparing and maintaining research equipment or facilities, collecting and compiling data, coordinating logistics or similar research support duties.
Why Join Us:
The Division of Biology awards undergraduate degrees in three areas (Biology, Microbiology, and Fisheries, Wildlife & Conservation Biology)) and currently serves over 800 majors. Kansas State University is in the city of Manhattan (http://www.ci.manhattan.ks.us), a pleasant community of about 50,000 located in the scenic Flint Hills of northeastern Kansas, about 2 hours from Kansas City. Local recreational opportunities include a large lake/park system, diverse outdoor activities, athletic events, and a rich program in the performing arts. Manhattan also serves as the regional center for education, health care, commerce, entertainment, and communications.
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits/overview/
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
The Division of Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences seeks to foster diversity in a commitment to recruit, retain and resource peoples historically under-represented in university education in the United States. Fostering diversity goes beyond increasing the number of under-represented students, faculty, and staff. It also includes a commitment to substantial curricular offerings, resources, and programming that foreground the knowledges, perspectives, cultures, and histories of marginalized communities. A truly diverse college culture and structure will benefit all members of the university community to better serve and excel in an increasingly global and multicultural world.
The University is dedicated to promoting the https://www.k-state.edu/about/community.html
Worksite Options:
This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications:
• High School diploma
Preferred Qualifications:
• BS in Biology or related field.
• Experience with field-based research, preparedness for work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
• Experience in field sampling for soil fertility and water quality applications, including sample collection using appropriate handling for downstream molecular and chemistry analysis.
• Specific experience with 96-well plate based chemical and biochemical assays, DNA extraction of standard and low biomass samples, and PCR based applications, including quantitative PCR of housekeeping and functional gene loci.
• Specific experience in with data and metadata organization including proficiency with Excel and Word software, and hierarchical organization of both raw and derived data products in association with sample and analysis metadata attributes, in preparation for databasing.
• Excellent critical thinking and communication skills.
Other Requirements:
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
• Valid driver's license upon employment.
How to Apply:
Please submit the following documents:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Online application
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled.
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:
$14.90 - $25.32 hourly
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Background Screening Statement:
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.
Advertised: Jul 22, 2024
Application Closes: Open until filled
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5456411
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