Jim Bever and Peggy Schultz at the University of Kansas are currently hiring for a part time Assistant Researcher position to support research in plant/soil community ecology.
Position Overview A part time lab/field research assistant position is available to support NSF-funded research in grassland plant/soil community ecology at the University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS). The research assistant will be responsible for supporting laboratory work and some field work associated with greenhouse, growth chamber and field experiments in grassland community dynamics and prairie restoration. The projected start date for this position is February 15, 2017. Job Description This is a maximum of a 0.5 FTE position. We expect the technician to work with investigators (PI, research technician, post-doctoral researchers and graduate students) to set up, maintain, harvest and analyze plant ecology experiments in greenhouse, growth chamber and field settings. In addition, they will be expected to help maintain our arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal collection. 50% - Identifying and sorting harvested plant material from experiments 15% - Mixing and sterilizing native soil for culture and pot experiments 10% - Collecting seed, germinating, transplanting experimental plants into pots and in the field as well as sowing seeds directly into field experiments 15% - Starting, checking, maintaining arbuscular mycorrhizal (microscope work) 10% - Collecting data from pot and field experiments Required Qualifications 1. Bachelor's degree in biology, botany, ecology, agronomy, range science or related field. 2. At least 1 year of experience in field research, either as a field worker, field/lab technician, or investigator. 3. Knowledge and experience in plant identification obtained through experience or education. 4. Experience in the use of word processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office). 5. Good written communication skills as demonstrated by application materials. Preferred Qualifications 1. Master’s degree or higher in biology, botany, ecology, agronomy, range science or related field. 2. Working knowledge of Midwestern and/or Great Plains flora. 3. Experience propagating plants from seed. 4. Experience in database management. 5. Experience using a microscope and other sensitive laboratory equipment. 6. Ability and desire to do microscope work, work in greenhouse conditions and in the field. Additional Candidate Instruction A complete application consists of the online application, resume, and a cover letter outlining how qualifications are met. Deadline to apply is February 8, 2017. Contact Information to Applicants: Sheena Parsons, [email protected] Advertised Salary Range $15.384615/hour Application Review Begins 09-Feb-2017 https://employment.ku.edu/staff/7943BR Disclaimer The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information and retaliation in the University's programs and activities. Access to information regarding equal opportunity and diversity worksite posters is available at http://www.humanresources.ku.edu/policies_procedures/ category_details/index.aspx?category=8 or you may contact 785-864-4946 <(785)%20864-4946> or [email protected] for alternate access options. Any inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies should be directed to: Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, [email protected], 1246 W. Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS, 66045, (785)864-6414 <(785)%20864-6414>, 711 TTY. ----- Sheena Parsons Research Technician Kansas Biological Survey 2101 Constant Avenue Lawrence, KS 66047 [email protected]
