LAB RESEARCH TECHNICIAN: Plant-Microbe Interactions, Community and
Ecosystem Ecology, Biogeochemistry, Global Change
University of Texas at Austin, Section of Integrative Biology
The Hawkes lab has a position available for a full-time research
technician. Research in the lab is broadly focused on community and
ecosystem ecology, with an emphasis on the role of plant-soil-microbe
interactions in plant invasions and climate change. More information
about the Hawkes lab can be found at:
http://www.biosci.utexas.edu/ib/faculty/hawkes/lab/
The position will involve a combination of labwork and fieldwork. Duties
will include collection and analysis of plants and soils, set up and
maintenance of a new global change experiment, and general lab tasks
such as ordering supplies and managing undergraduates. Field research
can be physically strenuous, including some long days outside in hot and
humid conditions, and will involve travel.
Applicants should have an undergraduate or MS degree in ecology,
biology, chemistry, mycology, or related field and some experience with
plant, microbial, or soil research. This position requires an
independent, organized, and motivated individual with demonstrated
research skills, especially in biogeochemistry and/or molecular
microbial ecology. Candidates should have experience with at least some
of the following: field experiments, carbon and nitrogen extractions,
tracer additions, gas chromatography, soil respiration measurement, DNA
extractions, PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning, sequencing, microarrays,
primer design, phylogenetics. Training will be provided when necessary.
The candidate must also have a valid driver’s license. Proficiency in
both spoken and written English is a necessity.
The successful candidate will also be someone who is genuinely excited
by basic research with a strong desire to learn and the ability to
troubleshoot. The candidate must be personable and enthusiastic about
working in a collaborative group environment.
To apply, send a letter of interest and resume highlighting experience
and interests (including relevant course work) along with contact
information for three references to Dr. Christine Hawkes at
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Applications will be reviewed beginning April 5, 2008 and will be
accepted until a suitable candidate is found. The position is for one
year and is renewable based on performance.
Starting date: Between May 1 and 15, 2008
Salary: commensurate with experience
The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, disability, age, citizenship status, Vietnam era or special
disabled veteran's status, or sexual orientation
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