University of Idaho Hiring for Plant Pathology Research Assistant at Idaho, United States Full Time

University of Idaho

Plant Pathology Research Assistant

Location: Parma

Division/College: Col of Agricultural & Life
Sciences

Employee Category: Student/Temporary

Pay Range: $15.00 per hour

FTE:

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
This position, located in western Idaho, is available on a
continuing basis (contingent upon funding) to assist the Plant
Disease Diagnostic Lab in the conduct of field, laboratory,
storage, and/or greenhouse experiments including data collection
from experiments. The goal of the Plant Disease Diagnostic Lab is
to investigate plant diseases across a wide range of crops in Idaho
with research and extension focusing on characterizing and managing
plant diseases as well as developing new diagnostic methods for
plant pathogens.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience using communication skills in a workplace and having
  effective communication with supervisors, co-workers, and third
  parties.
• Experience: working with and without direct supervision;
  following good safety practices; and using basic personal computer
  software programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Educational coursework in one or more of the following
  disciplines: biology, plant pathology, entomology, horticulture,
  agronomy, chemistry, or physical sciences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Willingness to work on research projects on plant disease
  diagnosis in lab and field settings
• Experience in: scientific principles and conducting laboratory
  experiments; keeping accurate records; working in the field;
  working in a greenhouse; and working in a laboratory.
• Demonstrated ability to: work in a cooperative manner and be an
  integral team member; operate, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot,
  and resolve basic problems with instruments and farm equipment;
  follow good safety practices.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Possess a valid driver’s license and ability to drive a UI
  vehicle (pass driving record check and defensive driving
  course).

Possess a valid driver’s license and ability to drive a UI vehicle
(pass driving record check and defensive driving course).

Required Licensures, Certifications or other

Posting Number: STH001960P

Posting Date: 05/17/2022

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
Position is open until filled, with first consideration date of
5/25/2022.
IMPORTANT: To be considered, your “Letter of
Qualification” must address EACH of the required qualifications,
including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to
improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many
of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a
resume WILL NOT be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter
of Qualification.

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final
possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background
check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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