Temporary Research Assistant II (Part-Time) at University of Louisville

Louisville, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jan, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

03 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Collection, Data Management, Data Analysis, Fungal Microorganisms, Plant Growth, Molecular Methods, DNA Extraction, Polymerase Chain Reaction, Laboratory Management, Team Collaboration, Research Projects, Microbial Communities, Organizational Skills, Independent Work, Research Assistance, Field Work

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department: Location: Belknap Campus Time Type: Part time Worker Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) Job Req ID: R107706 Minimum Requirements: Four or more years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Position Description: The Christian Lab in the Biology Department at the University of Louisville (nataliechristian.com) is hiring a Research Assistant to assist with data collection, management, and analysis for multiple research projects within the lab evaluating fungal communities associated with plants and the functional roles they play for their hosts. The research assistant will culture fungal microorganisms, grow plants in controlled and outdoor environments, manipulate plant-associated microbial communities, and perform molecular methods such as DNA extraction and polymerase chain relation. The research assistant will also help enter, organize, and analyze data, as well as perform general laboratory managerial and organizational tasks. The assistant will work independently and as part of a research team, and will be an essential member of our research group, interacting with undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, external collaborators, and Dr. Christian. This is a temporary position for 25-35 hours per week at a pay rate of $18 per hour. This position is anticipated to last up to one year, with the potential for an extension pending external funding. Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion. Assistance and Accommodations Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208. If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258. The University of Louisville is committed to being a great place to work, learn and invest. It is a place where you will thrive in a community of inclusivity, cultivate your innovative power and work where you’ll discover your purpose. Join the Cardinal Family today. Learn more about the University at our About Us page.

Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will assist with data collection, management, and analysis for multiple research projects evaluating fungal communities associated with plants. Responsibilities include culturing fungal microorganisms, growing plants, manipulating microbial communities, and performing molecular methods.