at University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho, United States
Job Description
University of Idaho
Research Specialist
Location: Moscow
Division/College: College of Science
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $18.46/hour or higher depending on experience
FTE: 1
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
Performs research activities and analysis, recording observations and measurements, and reports results. Participates in analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision.
Duties may include:
- Prepare standard solutions for calibration and analyses
- Interpret test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
- Collect laboratory or field data
- Conduct research and analysis of scientific data
- Participate in research design discussions
- Perform literature reviews
- Prepare reports
- Compare data and historical records for trend verification
- Develop reference files, comparison charts, and graphs on research data
- Assist with site inspections and field oversight
- Have little or no supervisory responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in biological sciences or related field
- Following pre-established procedures or protocols
- Collecting and reviewing scientific data
- Keeping complete and accurate records
- Working in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Coursework in molecular biology, cell biology, virology and/or neurobiology
- At least two years experience in a biological laboratory setting
- Experience with research lab operations and organization
- Experience with histological techniques and fluorescent microscopy, including image analysis
- Experience with molecular biology and cell biology techniques
- Experience in tissue-culture driven experiments
- Experience working with a BSL2 human viral pathogens
- Experience with Mac operating systems and analysis software
- Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to execute and complete tasks in timely fashion
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a collaborative environment
- Demonstrated capability of organized and complete record keeping
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Must be able to:
- Work with toxic, volatile, corrosive chemicals and/or carcinogenic substances
- Work in adverse environmental conditions
- Lift, carry or otherwise move up to 75 pounds
- Work with human pathogen utilizing BSL2 safety protocols
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: SP004483P
Posting Date: 06/26/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
Open until filled; first review given to those who apply by September 26, 2024. Applicants to complete a Letter of Qualification to address how they meet each of the requirements and how they meet any of the preferred qualifications.
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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