What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Genomics Lab Technician position at USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS)?
Plant Genomics Lab Technician
We are seeking a highly motivated lab technician to join our tropical fruit genomics team at USDA ARS Daniel K. Inouye U.S. Pacific Basin Agricultural Research Center located at Hilo, Hawaii. The lab technician will be performing genomic characterization of tropical fruit germplasm collections.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain laboratory notebooks and data records.
- Prepare general laboratory stock solutions and materials.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with good practices.
- Monitor inventory levels and proper storage of lab supplies.
- Perform DNA and RNA extraction and quantification in preparation for various molecular biology techniques.
- Perform library construction for genome and transcriptome sequencing.
- Perform SNP genotyping assays and assist with genotyping analysis.
- Comply with lab safety policies at all times.
- Other duties as assigned.
Professional Competencies
- Background that indicates familiarity with scientific concepts and principles, or a willingness to learn scientific concepts and principles.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to build relationships with individuals from different backgrounds with diverse life experiences.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, genetics or related field.
- Demonstrated experience in laboratory setting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in plant genetics and genomics research
- Prior experience working with genomic data
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and a curriculum vitae (CV) to Qingyi.Yu@usda.gov. Please include “Plant Genomics Lab Technician” in the subjective line of your email.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,000.00 - $67,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $52,000 - $67,000