Senior Biology Research Technician: Hydroponics & PCR

University of Pikeville; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pikeville is seeking a Biology Research Technician III – Senior Researcher to support faculty-led studies in hydroponic agriculture, mycology, and molecular biology. The role involves supervising a small team of associate student researchers and conducting advanced lab work.

The candidate will perform PCR and DNA analysis, assist with literature reviews, and help prepare research documents while contributing to ongoing projects and findings.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day research activities such as cleaning the lab, operating the autoclave, sterile benchwork, and hydroponic maintenance.
• Oversee other associate student researchers in their day to day tasks.
• Maintain hydroponic plants and prepare roots for testing.
• Assist with literature reviews for related topics.
• Prepare research documents and papers and help guide associate student researchers during the process.
• Perform lab techniques such as PCR and DNA analysis.
• Present findings in oral and/or written form.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Career & Self Development

Critical Thinking

Leadership

Technology

Public speaking

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

University of Pikeville is seeking a Biology Research Technician III – Senior Researcher to support faculty-led studies in hydroponic agriculture, mycology, and molecular biology. The role involves supervising a small team of associate student researchers and conducting advanced lab work.

The candidate will perform PCR and DNA analysis, assist with literature reviews, and help prepare research documents while contributing to ongoing projects and findings.