Plant Ecophysiology Research Technician (Temporary)

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lab of Dr. Nick Smith in the School of Biological Sciences at University of Nebraska-Lincoln ( UNL ) is seeking a Temporary Research Technician. The role supports the Smith Ecophysiology Lab with laboratory, field, and administrative tasks in Lincoln, NE.

The successful candidate will help develop lab protocols, train students, manage inventories, and assist with grant writing and scheduling. This position offers exposure to plant ecophysiology research within the Beadle Center.

Qualifications

• BS in biology, environmental sciences, ecology, botany, or forestry.
• 1–3 years of lab and field work in biological sciences or related field.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently; strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively develop and maintain laboratory protocols.
• Train and support students and postdocs on lab protocols and safety trainings.
• Conduct chemical inventories and maintain SDS records.
• Perform laboratory protocols relating to plant ecophysiology.
• Assist in procurement of field and laboratory supplies and materials.
• Assist in administrative coordination of lab events including scheduling.
• Assist with writing grant applications to fund future research projects.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Teamwork

Independent work

MS Word

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/environmental sciences/ecology/botany/forestry

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

The Lab of Dr. Nick Smith in the School of Biological Sciences at University of Nebraska-Lincoln ( UNL ) is seeking a Temporary Research Technician. The role supports the Smith Ecophysiology Lab with laboratory, field, and administrative tasks in Lincoln, NE.

The successful candidate will help develop lab protocols, train students, manage inventories, and assist with grant writing and scheduling. This position offers exposure to plant ecophysiology research within the Beadle Center.