Research Assistant I

Job description

Position Summary Research Assistant I will work to support the DOE-MSU Plant Research Department by overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Arabidopsis Service Center, general lab tasks to support a scientific laboratory and general scientific support for the department regarding safety and equipment and research support. The position, along with undergraduates, will perform transformations on Arabidopsis thaliana and other plant organisms as a for-service support. This requires planting, pot making, plant care and handling of transgenic plants. The Research Assistant will assist in hiring, training and supervising the undergraduate personnel. Provide laboratory assistance with managing general supplies, glassware and waste for a research laboratory. This includes, but is not limited to autoclaving, cleaning, preparing research items, stocking supplies, and safety compliance. Support the department with Environmental Health and Safety. Assist with lab cleanouts and general use equipment. Future work may include research projects. Minimum Requirements: Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in science such a...