Temporary Contract Position: Conservation & Ecological Genetics Lab Technician Salary: $25,000-$45,000 Hours: 40 hrs./week Travel: Rare Requirements: MS degree in Genetics, Molecular Biology, or related field, or BS degree and 2-years experience as technician in DNA laboratory.
There is an open position for a contract (non-government) lab technician to work with the Conservation & Ecological Genetics Team (CEGT) in the Environmental Laboratory, US Army Engineer Research and Development Center in Vicksburg, MS (http://el.erdc.usace.army.mil/index.cfm). CEGT pursues a wide variety of DNA-based research, including population, conservation, and ecological genetics in plants and animals. The development of next-generation sequencing and environmental DNA (eDNA) capabilities are additional areas of research. Applicants should be familiar with 1) DNA extraction from animals or plants, 2) PCR, 3) DNA Sequencing (Sanger method), and 4) plasmid-based cloning of DNA fragments. This position is a one-year position and not a federal government hire, but will be filled through various contracting mechanisms. Additional years are possible, depending on funding. Full benefits are provided. If interested, please send your CV/resume to Dr. Richard Lance (richard.f.la...@us.army.mil). Vicksburg sits on bluffs above the Mississippi River and features many areas of historic significance, including the Vicksburg National Military Park. There are 50,000 people in the area and the cost of living is very reasonable. The state capitol, Jackson, is an hour drive to the east.
