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<p class="MsoNormal"><b class="">Position:</b> Biological Scientist I for the Soil Microbiology Lab at the UF-IFAS Southwest Florida Research and Education Center<o:p class=""></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b class="">Job No.</b> 514177<o:p class=""></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b class="">Work type:</b> Staff Full-time, permanent position</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b class="">Description: </b>Conducts research to support the Soil Microbiology program at the Southwest Florida Research and Education Center in Immokalee, FL. The incumbent will assist in one or more phases of the research process by
performing a variety of technical duties in the l<i class="">aboratory, greenhouse, and field</i>. Duties will include but are not limited to:</p>
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<li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Preparing, maintaining and monitoring experimental trials in the <i class="">laboratory, greenhouse, and field</i>; collecting, processing, storing and maintaining soil samples from field, greenhouse,
and laboratory experiments.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Conducting various standard and specialized microbiology and molecular biology laboratory procedures such as DNA/RNA extraction/purification/quantification, gel electrophoresis, PCR and quantitative
PCR, cloning, culturing; maintaining specialized scientific- or other equipment in and outside the laboratory; preparing microbiological media and chemical solutions; maintaining written and digital laboratory notebooks, maintaining laboratory in a way that
work can be accomplished safely and efficiently.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Recording, analyzing and summarizing data and preparing graphs and tables using standard or specialized software.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Assisting in the preparation of written reports and publications and reviewing literature pertinent to the research area as deemed appropriate by the P.I.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Assisting with any related duties required, including purchases of supplies and services, as determined by the P.I.</span></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b class="">Advertised Salary:</b> 36,000 – 40,000 annually; commensurate with qualifications and experience.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b class="">Minimum requirements:</b> Bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related life science field.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b class="">Preferred qualifications: </b></p>
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<li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Knowledge of the terminology, principles and techniques used in biological research.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Knowledge of basic principles of microbiology and/or soil sciences.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Knowledge of agricultural production systems such as citrus and vegetables.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Knowledge of standard laboratory practices.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Skill in various standard laboratory procedures such as pipetting, DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis,
bacterial/fungal culturing, maintaining detailed records from experiments.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Skill in various specialized laboratory practices such as quantitative PCR, next generation sequencing.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Ability to process large numbers of samples in an adequate time frame.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Ability to use computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical analysis
software such as R.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Knowledge of principles of statistics and experimental design.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Ability to plan and coordinate research assignments effectively.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Ability to adhere to safe laboratory and other practices.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Ability to work independently.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Ability to establish an effective working relationship with others.</span></li><li class=""><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span class="" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Ability to follow rules and regulations.</span></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b class="">Additional characteristics of the position:</b></p>
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<li class="">Working under harsh conditions (such as high heat and humidity) outdoors or in a greenhouse for prolonged periods of time.</li><li class="">Standing, walking or bending for extended periods of time</li><li class="">Lifting moderately heavy objects for short periods of time.</li><li class="">Occasional travel to field sites distant from the research station. </li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b class="">Special instructions to applicants:</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Must apply through the UF website:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/514177/biological-scientist-i" class="">https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/514177/biological-scientist-i</a></p>
<div class=""><b class="">Apply soon! Applications close July 14, 2020</b></div>
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<div class="">Questions - please contact:</div>
<div class=""><b class="">Sarah Strauss, PhD</b></div>
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<i class="">Assistant Professor, Soil Microbiology</i><br class="">
University of Florida - IFAS<br class="">
Soil and Water Sciences Department<br class="">
Southwest Florida Research & Education Center<br class="">
Immokalee, FL 34142<br class="">
239-658-3468 (office)<br class="">
239-658-3447 (lab)<br class="">
<a href="mailto:strauss@ufl.edu" class="">strauss@ufl.edu</a><br class="">
@SoilMicroSarah</div>
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