Research (Professional)

The technician will help maintain duckweed colonies and prepare them for and conduct experiments. This will include running pilot experiments to optimize conditions and help run main experiments and optimize protocols. They will also help collect data including physical measurements, photo analysis, flow cytometry, and genotyping. 
Curating Data: The technician will help store data from all polyploidy projects in the required format. 
Other: Help keep lab equipment and supplies clean. They may also train new lab members in certain techniques. They will also attend lab meetings. 

Bachelor of Science in Biology, Botany, Environmental Sciences or related field.
Experience conducting research in a laboratory.
Experience working with aquatic plants is a bonus. 

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The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Job Details
Job Description: All Temps, Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh
Department: Biological Sciences
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1
Average number of working hours per week for this assignment: 37.5
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?: No
Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Requested Pay Rate: 20.00
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Not Applicable