Position: Laboratory technician/ plant and soil ecology intern Location: Plant and Soil Ecology Lab., Dep. Biology, Algoma University, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, Application deadline: January 15th, 2017 (or until filled) Hours: 37.5 hours/week Salary: $31,000 Duration of Internship: 52 weeks
The Plant and Soil Ecology Lab in the Department of Biology at Algoma University, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, welcomes applications from recent graduates looking for an opportunity to gain research experience in plant and soil ecology. The position is a one year appointment funded by the Northern Ontario Internship Program of the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation. The goals of the internship include setting up field and greenhouse experiments and conducting sample analysis using both traditional and molecular techniques in microbiology. Although training will be provided, previous experience in laboratory techniques and/or the set up and maintenance of greenhouse experiments will be considered an asset. The internship will provide opportunities for collaboration with other institutions across Canada and abroad. Key duties and responsibilities: -Keep the laboratory organized and functional; -Order materials and make repair service requests as needed; -Develop and update existing protocols and inventories; -Process samples in the laboratory (i.e., DNA extractions, PCR, plant analysis and microscopy); -Set up and maintain greenhouse experiments; -Keep records and undertake data entry and analysis; -Participate in laboratory meetings and contribute to research writing. Qualifications: University or college graduate who has graduated within the last three years from an accredited college or university. The position must provide the intern with first time employment in their field of study. Candidates must not have previously participated in the internship program. Please email applications (CV and cover letter) to [email protected] For more information about the lab visit: http://pantunes4.wixsite.com/plantsoilecologylab
