Temporary Research Technician

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Temporary Research Technician to engage in wet lab tasks and the cultivation of hard-to-culture fungi. This role requires a strong background in aseptic techniques, excellent communication skills, and the ability to train student workers. Join a collaborative environment to contribute to impactful research in mycology.

Qualifications

• Experience with hard to culture fungi and plant pathogens required.
• Wet lab skills: sterile technique, PCR, electrophoresis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mycological cultures and perform wet lab tasks.
• Isolate RNA/DNA from mycological tissues.
• Conduct plant pathological assessments.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Communication skills

Training student workers

Tools

Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

R

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• CV

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG194725TM

Position Number

Position Number 11ASO3356

Position Type

Position Type Temporary

The research technician will be engaged in activities such as wet lab tasks, cultivation of challenging-to-culture fungi, and the continuous upkeep of various fungal cultures. Proficiency in aseptic techniques is essential, as the new hire will be responsible for maintaining mycological cultures with precision. This involves tasks such as isolating RNA / DNA from mycological tissues, performing techniques like PCR and quantitative PCR , executing agarose gel electrophoresis, and conducting plant pathological assessments.

Is Time Limited

Is Time Limited No

Department Information

Job City & State

Department

Department DEPP

System Information

Classification Title

Working Title

Working Title Temporary Research Technician

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule

Work Schedule 24/hrs per week between Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Other Work/Responsibilities

• n/a
• Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties

Department Required Skills

• Experience working with hard to culture fungi, plants, plant pathogens, and different computer softwares (excel, MS word, powerpoint, R, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to train student workers

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have a combination of training and experience required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience working with hard to culture fungi, plants, plant pathogens, and different computer software's (excel, MS word, PowerPoint, R, etc.)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have wet lab skills: sterile technique, PCR, electrophoresis, etc.?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have excellent written and verbal communication skills?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to train student workers?
  • Yes
  • No
Required Documents
• Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents

NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
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