Posted in General Business 9 days ago.
Type: Full-Time
Special Instructions to Applicants:
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Position Summary
Dr. Matt McCary's research group in the Department of BioSciences is looking to hire a Research Technician II in the field of ecology and evolutionary biology. Dr. McCary's research group investigates the fundamental drivers and consequences of human-induced disturbances on ecosystems, with a particular interest in disentangling the relationship between soil biodiversity and ecosystem functioning.
We are looking for a Research Technician II who will assist with the collection of field and lab data pertaining to ecology and molecular biology. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working outdoors and collecting plant and insect samples. The ideal candidate will also be comfortable processing plant and insect samples in the lab. One primary role of the candidate will be to extract genomic DNA from insect samples in the lab to be sequenced to analyze insect community composition. The ideal candidate will have a background in ecology, biology, or related disciplines and experience with laboratory methods including DNA extraction.
This is a one-year term-limited position with the possibility of renewal for multiple years based on performance and funding.
Workplace Requirements : This is an in-person at Rice University in Houston, Texas. Position may require occasional extended work hours (e.g. after 5:00 PM and/or weekends) in order to meet project deadlines. Additionally, this position is funded by a grant, soft and/or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of funding.
*Non-Exempt (hourly) positions under FLSA are eligible for overtime.
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