Professional Aide

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Work type:Support Staff
Pay Grade: 05
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Natural Science
Department: Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Cns 10032098
Sub Area: AP- Professionals
Salary: Pay Commensurate with Experience
Location:East Lansing
Categories:Temporary

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

We are looking for a technician to assist with SNP‐based genotyping of maize plants within a highly collaborative research team. This industry‐funded project seeks to identify genetic markers of plant N status of maize. Responsibilities of the incumbent will include genomic DNA extractions, primer design, PCRs and restriction digests, in addition to other possible molecular biology techniques.

Requirements: Bench‐based molecular biology experience is essential. Familiarity with the dCAPS methodology of SNP
genotyping is desirable but not required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume/CV

Cover letter 

Names and contact information for 3 references

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Advertised:Jan 16, 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:Jan 23, 2024 Eastern Standard Time