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Posting Number: req20658

Department: Environmental Science-Res

Location: Main Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The ideal candidate will conduct laboratory research and plant-based experiments under field and controlled conditions, organize and conduct field campaigns in desert landscape, collect data, operate and maintain lab equipment, and train students. This role will involve collaboration with researchers from diverse backgrounds (e.g. bioinformatics, soil health, microbial ecology) and thus, experience in translating concepts between disciplines is required.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Field Activities:

• Organize and conduct field campaigns in a hot desert landscape
• Assist with planting and harvesting, as well as with the collection of soil samples
• Maintain detailed records of field data
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines while working in the field
• Controlled Environments activities:
• Assist with conducting plant research experiments
• Assists
  with experimental design, including identifying the appropriate methods
  and helping set up and validating the experimental protocols
• Assists with all greenhouse maintenance, including tasks such as planting, harvesting, watering, and equipment maintenance

Research activities:

• Preparing plant and soil samples for various analyses
• Maintain accurate records of experimental protocols, data, and analysis performed
• Report of annotated data to the project lead, including statistical analyses

Laboratory Maintenance activities:

• Assist with the upkeep of lab equipment
• Assist with student training

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Proficiency in using single- and multi-channel pipette, sterile technique, making solutions
• Demonstrated capacity to troubleshoot issues and develop innovative analysis methods
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively
• Knowledge of statistical methods
• Ability to effectively communicate with researchers and students from diverse backgrounds

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Experience in translating concepts between disciplines is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant plant research experience both in field and/or under controlled conditions
• Experience with molecular biology techniques is preferred
• Leadership and management experience is preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Plant Sciences, Environmental Science or related field (at the time of appointment)

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $16.50/hr - $20.63/hr

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade

3

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum

$16.5

Grade Range Midpoint

$20.63

Grade Range Maximum

$24.75

Career Stream and Level

OC2

Job Family

Research & Lab

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates

Alicja Babst-Kostecka

ababstkostecka@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

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At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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