Research Technician

Primary Work Address: One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA, 95616

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We are looking for a Research Technician II to join Dr. Siobhan Brady at the University of California, Davis. Plant roots serve as a major interface with the surrounding world. Siobhan Brady and her research group investigate the ways plant root cell types deal with stress by devising cell wall modifications and natural barriers to resist drought, flooding, mineral deficiencies, and other insults. Her group has demonstrated the modular nature of these responses and aims to elucidate the genetic rules that determine their composition, cell type dependence, subcellular position and function. By learning directly from the multifaceted ways that plants have adapted to stressful environments, this research will be used to help mitigate the harmful consequences of climate change. For more information about the lab

About the role:

In this role, you will work collaboratively with the Brady lab assisting with growth, maintaining and pruning of plants (including but not limited to tomato, sorghum, maize and orchid). You will maintain the root tissue cultures and work with genotyping, PCR and related molecular biology tasks. Your contributions to the lab will help them to understand and harness adaptive responses and help address current and future environmental challenges.

What we provide:

• Live in the beautiful and family friendly Davis town, close to beautiful natural wonders of California and close to Sacramento (20 min) and San Francisco (2 h).

• We have a team that believes in continuous learning and cultivates an environment of collaboration.

• Opportunity to work in a diverse and encouraging research environment.

• Hands on training on molecular biology, genetics and genomics techniques.

• Opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research.

• Weekly meetings with the Investigator and lab members in a collaborative and highly team-oriented setting.

What you‘ll do:

• Perform skilled technical procedures such as Genotyping, PCR and maintenance of root tissue cultures.

• Operate complex scientific instrumentation. Assist with laboratory equipment maintenance.

• Analyze data, formulate conclusions, and build appropriate statistical presentations, including graphs and charts, and prepare and present written or oral progress reports regarding studies.

• Collect, record, organize and verify the accuracy of data. May use specialized software applications to assemble, manipulate, format and/or perform statistical analyses of data.

• Actively contribute to laboratory meetings and planning sessions.

• May participate in performing inventories of materials and ordering supplies.

• May demonstrate and explain various laboratory techniques to laboratory personnel, students, and others.

What you bring:

• Bachelor of Science degree preferably in Molecular Biology; or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience.

• Two years of related research experience as research assistant or Masters of Science training.

• Knowledge of laboratory protocols and techniques.

• Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a diverse population.

• Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, work independently, use good judgment, and monitor completion of assigned duties.

• Digital literacy with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word). Having experience with the programming language R would be a plus.

Physical Requirements

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet). Work may involve possible exposure to malodorous vapors, low dose radiation, contamination by toxic chemicals and acids and presence of carcinogenic substances or other hazardous materials.

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Please Note:

This job description sets forth the job‘s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word ‘may,‘ the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are ‘essential functions‘ of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Compensation and Benefits

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Compensation Range

$24.00 (minimum) - $30.00 (midpoint) - $39.00 (maximum)

Pay Type:

Hourly

HHMI‘s salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data. HHMI considers a candidate‘s education, previous experiences, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity when making job offers. Typically, a new hire for this position in this location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range.

HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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