OPS Student Assistant - Lab & Field Technician (Blueberry Breeding and Genomics Lab)

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); Vor Ort; USD 17.000 - 24.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Seasonal employment

Field and lab experience

Zusammenfassung

University of Florida is seeking motivated individuals to assist the Blueberry Breeding Program with basic molecular work and field activities. Positions run now through May 2027 with a potential extension based on performance, and include both lab and field tasks in varied weather conditions.

Responsibilities include DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, gene cloning, and field sample collection. Expect 8-hour shifts, 20–31 hours per week, primarily outdoors with flexibility for schedule

Qualifikationen

• Ability to perform job responsibilities with satisfactory proficiency
• Commitment to the time requirements of this position
• Available from now through the upcoming blueberry season
• No bee or bug allergies

Aufgaben

• Be available to work in 8-hour shifts
• Weekdays 8:00AM - 5:00PM
• Conduct basic molecular work, such as DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, gene cloning and transformation
• Work outdoors or greenhouse in various weather conditions
• Assist with the collection of field samples and breeding seasonal work
• Load and unload field sample equipment and coolers from the truck bed
• Collect and document data accurately
• Be flexible with sudden changes to the schedule

Jobbeschreibung

Classification Title

STU AST - NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

Classification Minimum Requirements

• Ability to perform job responsibilities with satisfactory proficiency
• Commitment to the time requirements of this position
• Available from now through the upcoming blueberry season
• No bee or bug allergies

Job Description

The UF Blueberry Breeding and Genomics Lab is currently seeking highly motivated individuals to assist the Blueberry Breeding Program with basic molecular work and field activities related to the program. These activities will take place in both the molecular lab and our field trial locations starting now until May 2027, with the possibility of extending the position upon performance.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities For Field

• Be available to work in 8-hour shifts
• Weekdays 8:00AM - 5:00PM
• Conduct basic molecular work, such as DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, gene cloning and transformation
• Work outdoors or greenhouse in various weather conditions
• Assist with the collection of field samples and breeding seasonal work
• Load and unload field sample equipment and coolers from the truck bed
• Collect and document data accurately
• Be flexible with sudden changes to the schedule

Expected Time Commitment: 20-31 hours/week

Expected Salary

$15.00/hour

Required Qualifications

• Ability to perform job responsibilities with satisfactory proficiency
• Commitment to the time requirements of this position
• Available from now through the upcoming blueberry season
• No bee or bug allergies

Preferred

• Experience in molecular lab and field work

Health Assessment Required

No