Research Associate, Center for Agricultural Synthetic Biology UTIA Job at University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN

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  • University of Tennessee
  • Knoxville, TN

Job Description

Description

Research associate position is available in the laboratories of Dr. Scott Lenaghan and Neal Stewart within the Center for Agricultural Synthetic position is grant-funded and continued employment is contingent upon researcher will assist in the improvement of plants through genetic engineering to help address real world challenges in agriculture and the environment.A qualified candidate must be proficient in performing PCR plasmid DNA isolation restriction enzyme digestions gel extractions yeast transformation plant transformationpreparation of media and buffers greenhouse maintenance and other tasks as needed. Must also be able to create experimental designs and assist in forming standardized research position is also responsible for data quality assurance. (Hiring 4 positions)

Responsibilities
  • Evaluates specific methodology plans methods and techniques carries out procedures and records results of a specific experiment or closely related series of experiments.

  • Performs actual analyses and summarizes data related to molecular experimentation in plant synthetic biology.

  • Performs duties under the general supervision of a principal investigator who reviews work through periodic conferences and evaluation of data collected.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Education:

    • Bachelors degree in Plant Synthetic Biology; Biology Plant Science; Microbiology Bioengineering Virology Plant Biology; Plant Pathology or Horticulture or related field.

  • Experience:

    • 2-3 years working in plant synthetic biology or related field; or a Masters Degree in a related field.

  • Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

    • Knowledge of plant molecular biology

    • Skill in PCR gel electrophoresis plant transformation cloning and molecular analysis

    • Skill in plant tissue culture

    • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

    • Data analysis skills

    • Excellent written and oral communication skills

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-basedvisa status.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Education:

    • Masters degree in plant biology molecular biology genetics biochemistry or other related field.

  • Experience:

    • 4 years post Masters Degree in plant synthetic biology or a related field.

  • Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

    • Knowledge of Virology

    • Publication Experience

    • Considerable drive and motivation

Work Location:

  • Location: Knoxville

  • Onsite

Compensation and Benefits:

  • UT market range: MR08

  • Anticipated hiring range: $ per year

  • Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here

  • Find more information on UT Benefits here

Application Instructions:

To express interest please submit an application with the noted below attachments:

  • Resume

  • Cover Letter

  • Sample portfolio of your work. The portfolio could include PDFs hyperlinks and/or image files. When uploading images or work samples please include clear labeling that includes your first and last name.

About The College/Department/Division:

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