RESEARCH SUPPORT POSITION: PLANT DISEASE ECOLOGY CORNELL UNIVERSITY A research support position is available immediately in the lab of Dr. Alison "Sunny" Power for an NSF project to test the effects of plant host diversity and species composition on the spread of generalist viral pathogens. Responsibilities include organizing and leading execution of experiments in the field, greenhouse and growth chamber; using serological methods to assay virus in plant tissue; maintaining insect colonies and plant virus reservoirs; supervising data collection and data entry; performing moderately complex statistical analysis; supervising and training other lab personnel and assisting graduate students; and conducting library research and assisting with report and grant preparation.
Bachelors degree in biology, ecology, plant science or related field, with at least 2-3 years of lab, greenhouse and field research experience and a drivers license required, as are an ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A more complete description is available along with the formal application at: http://www.ohr.cornell.edu/jobs/index.html. From there, follow link to "Staff (non-academic) and Librarian Positions" and enter job search number 06830. Applications will be accepted until May 15 or until a suitable candidate has been identified. The position is for two-years with possibility of renewal if funding is available. Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
