OIMB Laboratory Technician 2

Target Audience(s): Undergraduate Student
Graduate Student
Technician/Staff


Institution: Oregon Institute of Marine Biology/University of Oregon

Institutional Web Link: http://oimb.uoregon.edu/

Position Description: Posting: 05986
Classification: C6811
Department: Oregon Institute of Marine Biology
Opens: 2016-09-02
Closes: 2016-10-03
Salary: $15.62 - $23.56 Per Hour
Location: Charleston
The Oregon Institute of Marine Biology (OIMB) at University of Oregon invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Laboratory Technician 2.
OIMB is located in Charleston, Oregon, near Coos Bay.
This position works a flexible work schedule. The nature of the job may require irregular hours, such as to meet a tide or execute a timed step in a procedure. Position may require occasional weekend work.
This is a classified position represented by SEIU local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.
University of Oregon positions that are at least half-time are eligible for excellent benefits, including health and dental, employer-paid retirement, and tuition benefits for employee or an eligible dependent, sick and vacation leave.
This recruitment is open to any applicant who meets the qualifications listed below.
TO QUALIFY YOU MUST HAVE:

Two years of experience performing routine, standardized analytical tests and laboratory procedures in accordance with well-defined written instructions and high school courses in chemistry, biology, mathematics, or any course which included laboratory work; OR
An equivalent combination of training and experience.
NOTE: An Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Familiarity with essential laboratory chemistry and basic techniques in molecular biology (bacteriology, cloning, PCR, etc.).
Experience with saltwater aquaria and marine invertebrates.
Experience with standard laboratory record-keeping and sample handling.
Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with environmental and multiplex PCR.
Experience in the use of bioinformatic resources for sequence analysis.
Experience with invertebrate embryology and larval culture.
Familiarity with plankton sampling methods and larval types.
Light microscopy.
Position is subject to a criminal background check.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Laboratory maintenance: care of algal cultures and marine animals in aquaria; ordering and organizing supplies and common use reagents; sample organization and inventory; media prep, autoclaving, etc.
Routine Molecular Biology Research: Assisting researcher with mini preps, RNA synthesis, DNA extraction, etc. on a regular basis at the demand of the research.
Routine Research Laboratory Support: Includes processing PCR and sequence analysis of environment samples, PCR-based recombinant construct assembly, transgene construction, etc.
WORKING CONDITIONS:

Although most of the work will take place in a laboratory, the position will likely involve field collecting in the intertidal or by boat, and some plankton sampling.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS:

To assist us in making the selection for this position, please respond to the following question on a separate sheet(s) of paper. Make sure that any experience or training described in your responses are included on your application.

1. Please describe how your experience and education qualify you for this position and enables you to perform the duties of this position as outlined above.

Position Type: Permanent Position

Funding Source(s): National Science Foundation (NSF)
Other


How to Apply: Please go to the official job announcement on the University of Oregon http://jobs.uoregon.edu/classified.php?id=5986&r=1

Online submission is the preferred method. Create an account at:
Human Resources Job Application Form (Online)
Paper submission can be made by printing the form at:
Human Resources Job Application Form (PDF) (see link above).

Mail or hand deliver the paper application and all relevant materials, including the answers to the supplemental questions, by 5:00PM on the closing date to:

Oregon Institute of Marine Biology
PO Box 5389
63466 Boat Basin Drive
Charleston, OR 97420
Fax: (541) 888-3250

The UO Human Resources application must be filled out completely, with a signature or it will not be accepted. Make sure to keep a copy of your application packet for job interviews.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination.

Application Closing Date: 10/03/2016