Plant Pathology Research Assistant
- Employer
- University of Idaho
- Location
- Idaho, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- May 19, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, Research Administration
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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University of Idaho
Plant Pathology Research Assistant
Location: Parma
Division/College: Col of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Employee Category: Student/Temporary
Pay Range: $15.00 per hour
FTE:
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
This position, located in western Idaho, is available on a continuing basis (contingent upon funding) to assist the Plant Disease Diagnostic Lab in the conduct of field, laboratory, storage, and/or greenhouse experiments including data collection from experiments. The goal of the Plant Disease Diagnostic Lab is to investigate plant diseases across a wide range of crops in Idaho with research and extension focusing on characterizing and managing plant diseases as well as developing new diagnostic methods for plant pathogens.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience using communication skills in a workplace and having effective communication with supervisors, co-workers, and third parties.
- Experience: working with and without direct supervision; following good safety practices; and using basic personal computer software programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Educational coursework in one or more of the following disciplines: biology, plant pathology, entomology, horticulture, agronomy, chemistry, or physical sciences.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Willingness to work on research projects on plant disease diagnosis in lab and field settings
- Experience in: scientific principles and conducting laboratory experiments; keeping accurate records; working in the field; working in a greenhouse; and working in a laboratory.
- Demonstrated ability to: work in a cooperative manner and be an integral team member; operate, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and resolve basic problems with instruments and farm equipment; follow good safety practices.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- Possess a valid driver’s license and ability to drive a UI vehicle (pass driving record check and defensive driving course).
Possess a valid driver’s license and ability to drive a UI vehicle (pass driving record check and defensive driving course).
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: STH001960P
Posting Date: 05/17/2022
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
Position is open until filled, with first consideration date of 5/25/2022.
IMPORTANT: To be considered, your “Letter of Qualification” must address EACH of the required qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume WILL NOT be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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