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research scientist i - Ames, IA, United States - Iowa State University
Description
Position Title:
Research Scientist I - Seed Science
Job Group:
Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Agronomy or ag-related discipline
Work experience in a high-volume lab testing environment
Experience performing routine laboratory activities, such as repeated pipetting of micro-volumes of liquid
Work experience preparing selective agar media and dilution plating of bacteria
Working familiarity with standard operating procedures, lab safety, and Windows-based computer operations
Knowledge of phytosanitary testing
Job Description:
The Seed Health Laboratory at Iowa State University's Seed Science Center is seeking applicants for a Research Scientist I position who will support and conduct laboratory testing of seed samples to determine the presence or absence of plant pathogens.
The Seed Science Center at Iowa State University is a center of excellence nationally and internationally in seed research, education, technology transfer, and international seed programs.
It provides a focus for teaching, research, and extension programs on seed in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and it is a global leader in introducing science into policy to benefit world seed trade.
The Seed Science Center is home to the largest public seed testing laboratory in the world.For more than 100 years, the lab has provided accurate and professional seed-testing services for members of the seed industry.
Example of DutiesThe successful candidate will:
This is a 3-year term position with opportunity for renewal.
Level Guidelines- Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision- Grasps professional-level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode- Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope- Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained- Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate- May lead projects of limited scope and complexity- May provide guidance to students
Appointment Type:
Regular
Number of
Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
PS807
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application.
Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1)
Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email or call or Toll Free:
Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: - Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans - Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans - Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) - Life insurance and long-term disability - Flexible Spending Accounts - Various voluntary benefits and discounts - Employee Assistance Program - Wellbeing program - Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions.
WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.Original Posting Date:
April 26, 2024
Posting Close Date:
May 3, 2024
Job Requisition Number:
R14573
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference.
With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds.Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S.
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