Job no: 990754 Work type: Support Staff Pay Grade: 08 Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Natural Science Department: Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Cns 10032098 Sub Area: CT- Clerical Tech. Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience Location: East Lansing Categories: Research/Scientific, Clerical Technical- CT, Full Time (90-100%), Union Position Summary The laboratory of Dr. Polly Hsu at Michigan State University has an opening for a Research Technologist to investigate translational landscape and gene regulation in Arabidopsis and crops. The candidate will be involved in multiple projects using techniques in plant molecular biology. To learn more about the lab: https://sites.google.com/view/polly-hsu-lab Duties include: perform and document project-specific experiments, e.g. generating/identifying/characterizing higher-order mutants and transgenic plants in Arabidopsis, DNA/RNA/protein-extraction, PCR, qRT-PCR, protoplast isolation, luciferase assays, western blot, and basic imaging analysis such as operating dissection microscope and light microscope prepare lab reagents assist in lab organization -- ordering supplies, organize/update chemical inventory and lab materials, calibrating and providing regular maintenance for lab equipment, establishing lab common protocols and assisting in training future lab members on basic Minimum Requirements Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in plant biology, molecular biology or other related field; up to six months of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in basic research techniques in the specific or related field; word processing, spreadsheet; database and/or desktop publishing software; presentation software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Desired Qualifications BSc in plant biology, molecular biology, or related science field Attention to detail and thoroughness in record-keeping Demonstrated organizational skills Experience with growing Arabidopsis on soil and sterile culture Experience with Arabidopsis crossing Experience in plant molecular biology and genetics: molecular cloning, identifying and generating higher-order mutants, generating transgenic plants, DNA/RNA and protein extraction, protoplast isolation, performing gene expression analysis including qRT-PCR, luciferase assays, western blot etc. Experience with dissection microscope and light microscope Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment Willingness to learn new laboratory techniques and procedures 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 Cover letter: briefly summarize research experience, career goals, potential start date, and how you could contribute to the research in the Hsu Lab Resume/CV Names and contact information of three professional references Transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable) Work Hours STANDARD 8-5 Description of End Date This is a limited term position funded for 1 year from date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal. Website https://sites.google.com/view/polly-hsu- Bidding eligibility ends September 24, 2024 at 11:55 P.M. Advertised: Sep 18, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Oct 1, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
