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https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=3D54736. =20 Position # 34208=20 Department BIOLOGY, DEPT OF=20 Division Academic Affairs Job Title RESEARCH SPECIALIST - JOURNEY=20 Working Title GREENHOUSE MGR/PLANT RESEARCH SPECIALIST=20 Number of Vacancies 1 Pay Grade Salary Grade Equivalent: 70 Salary Range $33,650 - $73,534=20 Job Description Principal responsibilities of this position include (1) maintaining an academic greenhouse and plants for teaching and research in controlled environments and (2) assisting with plant and ecological research in controlled environments and at research natural areas. Primary responsibilities involve numerous tasks associated with the implementation and management of a large diversity of plants in culture and for various research projects, including ordering and budgets. The selected candidate will support research in plant and ecological research from conceptualization to data collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation. Duties of this position include serving as an expert resource in the standard techniques of plant maintenance and propagation in culture; developing a botanical collection for teaching and demonstration; and providing leadership, guidance, and support to students and volunteers. The selected candidate will participate in educational programs within and outside the area of responsibility by providing assistance with tours, participating in symposia/other events, and providing horticulture information to the public. The selected candidate will also perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.=20 =20 Candidates should possess demonstrated knowledge of plant research involving academic greenhouse material and management; demonstrated knowledge of all aspects of plant research (including design, execution, data collection, and analysis) and the ability to communicate this knowledge of research to professions and the public; and experience in training and supervision. Prefer degree/experience with major emphasis in plant science/horticulture and one year of directly related experience.=20 =20 The selected candidate will be required to perform duties in the greenhouse and outdoors under variable weather conditions. Candidates must be able to lift heavy plants and loads. Candidates should possess a valid NC driver's license and be eligible to operate a state-owned vehicle in accordance with the ECU property policy. A public pesticide applicator's license is preferred.=20 =20 Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited four-year college/university and one year of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and/or related experience.=20 =20 Special Instructions to Applicants =20 SCREENING: Screening will begin February 12, 2007, and will continue until the position is filled.=20 =20 APPLICATION =20 1) Please attach the following to your online application:=20 * Resume=20 * Letter of application in which qualifications are addressed (to demonstrate written communication skills)=20 * List of two references (with email and phone contact information)=20 * Copies of transcripts or a list of related courses taken.=20 =20 2) Two letters of reference should be forwarded to Dr. Claudia L. Jolls ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) or=20 Department of Biology,=20 East Carolina University Greenville, NC 27858-4353.=20 =20 *Applications without the requested attachments and/or reference letters will not be disqualified, but will be considered incomplete by the hiring department.=20 =20 This position is subject to the Career Banding Salary Administration Plan. If candidates are not identified at the Journey level, management may consider candidates at a lower competency level. Pay will be commensurate with applicant's competencies as well as budget, equity, and market considerations.=20 =20 Department Homepage www.ecu.edu/biology=20 ECU Statement East Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University that accommodates individuals with disabilities. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY). =20 Proper documentation of identity and employability is required at the time of employment.=20 Rank Level =20 Job Open Date 01-11-2007 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Date Initial Screening Begins 2-12-2007 Job Category Staff - Professional Full-time/Part-time Full-time=20 Applicant Pool All Applicants=20 Required Applicant Documents =20 Application Types Accepted Application (SPA and CSS only) =20 =20 Claudia L. Jolls UNC Board of Governors for Teaching 2004 Associate Professor Department of Biology Howell Science Complex BS-107 East Carolina University Greenville, North Carolina 27858-4353 [EMAIL PROTECTED] =20
