Research Technician I (Extended Temporary)

Follow detailed protocols for biochemical enzyme assays and use a plate reader. Extract DNA from soils, isolates, and plant tissues, and analyze metagenomic DNA. Work with and support undergraduate researchers and organize laboratory space. Record keeping, make observations, analyze data, and interpret experimental results. Prepare technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative results. Clean and sterilize labware used for research. Maintain and grow bacterial cultures. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of environmental microbial sampling. Knowledge of genomic sequencing and analysis. Knowledge of plant growth. Strong organizational skills. Ability to collaborate effectively. Skilled in working in a laboratory, with a focus on soil microbial ecology within plant-soil systems. Basic computer and laboratory skills, including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, R, PCR, culturing, and soil extraction techniques.