Molecular Biology Technician
Located in Wilmington, OH and Dayton, OH
Basic Function:
Responsible for characterization of microsatellite loci in an
endangered sedge (Scirpus ancistrochaetus) and subsequent
investigation of patterns of geographic genetic diversity.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. DNA isolation of plant samples.
2. Evaluation of existing microsatellite primers, previously
developed for related species, Schoenoplectus americanus. If use of
these primers is not ideal, work on construction of genomic library
for Scirpus ancistrochaetus.
3. PCR amplification and visualization using appropriate primers.
4. Analysis of PCR data to characterize geographic
diversity.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.
Performance Standards:
1. Meets objectives in a timely and effective manner and
strives to meet the research goals.
2. Exhibits necessary level of knowledge and expertise.
3. Strives for excellence in performance of responsibilities.
4. Knows and observes college and departmental policies,
guidelines and procedures.
Qualifications:
1. Advanced degree in biological sciences preferred. .
2. Self-motivated individual with independent experience with
molecular techniques is required.
3. Experience in microsatellites a plus.
Other information:
1. The Molecular Biology Technician will be employed by
Wilmington College. While some work will occur on the Wilmington
College campus in Wilmington, OH, a large portion of the work will
take place at the Center for Evolutionary, Ecological and
Environmental Genomics located in the Department of Biological
Sciences at Wright State University in Dayton, OH.
2. The position will be co-supervised by Kendra Cipollini,
Wilmington College, and Don Cipollini, Wright State University.
3. 800 hours total available at $10/hour. Preferred schedule is
20 hours/week for 40 weeks. Position ends on or before June 30, 2009.
Send cover letter and resume with names and contact information for
three references to Dr. Kendra Cipollini, via email to
<mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>[EMAIL PROTECTED]
or via postal mail to 1870 Quaker Way, Pyle Box 1287, Wilmington, OH,
45177. Review of applications will begin on September 8,
2008. Position open until filled.
Dr. K. A. Cipollini
Assistant Professor of Biology
Wilmington College
Box 1287
Wilmington, OH 45177
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
937-382-6661 ext. 367
http://plato.wilmington.edu/faculty/kcipolli/default.htm
