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Research Specialist - Crop and Soil Sciences

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North Carolina State University

Job Description

Posting Number

PG194419SP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Research Specialist - Crop and Soil Sciences

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with experience (up to $55,000)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Crop and Soil Sciences

About the Department

Small grains genomics and genotyping is a collaborative effort between the Bandillo research group and the Brown-Guedira USDA-ARS genotyping lab in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences at North Carolina State University. We are developing and deploying genomics tools to support small grains breeding programs. Much of our work is currently in wheat, but we also support research in oats and barley.

Essential Job Duties

A research specialist is vital to the development of lab techniques and protocols, assisting other lab members with experiments, as well as organizational and administrative tasks. This Research Specialist will support the research program’s application of new genotyping and genomics technologies.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in conducting high-throughput genotyping of plant samples and contributing to large-scale genetic analyses and experiments. In addition, the specialist will assist in the development, optimization, and refinement of lab techniques and protocols for genetic analysis. This position will also involve managing the collection, curation, and analysis of data from thousands of DNA samples, ensuring accuracy and efficiency throughout the process.

Responibilities include:
  • Supports research by assisting with experiments, procedures, and tests.
  • Develops and deploys work processes for screening large numbers of plant DNA samples.
  • Calibrates and operates instrumentation utilized in high-throughput workflows.
  • Design new workflows that utilize automated liquid handling instrumentation and modify procedures to maximize throughput and cut costs.
  • Contacts vendors to identify new genotyping technologies and instrumentation.
  • Modifies existing workflows to capitalize on efficiency.
  • Assists in data collection and curation for thousands of samples using end-point plate readers and DNA sequence analysis.
  • Supports research by ordering, handling, maintaining, and storing lab inventory.
  • Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and executes minor repairs or contacts service contractors.
  • Provides training to other lab members and collaborators on safety aspects of protocols and use of equipment.

Other Responsibilities

  • Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Experience/Education

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Other Required Qualifications

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Careful attention to details. 
  • Knowledge of genotyping techniques.
  • Demonstrated wet lab skills, including nucleic acid extraction/purification, PCR, and sequencing library preparation.
  • Technical knowledge and skills to calibrate and operate liquid handlers, thermocyclers and plate readers.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Required License or Certification

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Job Open Date

01/13/2025

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

01/17/2025

Special Instructions

Please attach a Cover Letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Please make sure that the information entered on the application matches what is on your resume.


Position Number

00111263

Position Type

SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Research Specialist

Position Classification Band Level

Contributing

Position Classification Salary Range

$ 45,454 - $ 109,409

Salary Grade Equivalency

GN08

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.00

Appointment

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Time Limited Position

No

Department Id

110901 - Crop and Soil Sciences

AA/EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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