RESEARCH TECHNICIAN POSITION IN PLANT EVOLUTIONARY ECOLOGY AT TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
Applications are invited for a full-time research technician in the Spigler lab in the Biology Department at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. General research areas in the laboratory include plant ecology, evolution, and genetics, with an emphasis on the evolutionary ecology of plant reproductive systems. The technician is expected to carry out greenhouse, field, and molecular studies. Duties will include: DNA extraction, PCR, genotyping; plant care in greenhouse; data collection on plants in field and greenhouse; supervising undergraduate researchers; general lab maintenance. The candidate should have a BS or BA in biology, ecology, genetics, horticulture/plant sciences, or similar and previous experience performing research. The ideal candidate will have experience with basic molecular techniques (DNA extraction, PCR), field experience, good organizational skills and attention to detail, and an ability to work well with and supervise undergraduate students. Previous experience working with plants is desirable. The position is ideal for a highly motivated person interested in gaining additional field and laboratory experience prior to starting graduate school. This is a full-time one-year position with the possibility of additional years subject to performance review and funding. Salary is commensurate with experience and includes benefits. Please email a letter of interest, CV, and names and contact information for 3 references to [email protected]. Anticipated start date is mid-January 2014 and can be flexible. For more information on the lab: http://rachelspigler.weebly.com. Please feel free to email me with questions at the above email address. Rachel B. Spigler Assistant Professor Department of Biology Temple University 1900 N 12th Street Philadelphia, PA 19122
