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Research Assistant - UO

The Institute of Ecology and Evolution at the University of Oregon currently has an opening for a full time Research Assistant to work in the area of microbial ecology. The successful candidate will play a key role in the Biology and the Built Environment (BioBE) Center (http://biobe.uoregon.edu/), funded by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. The BioBE Center is engaged in research focused on the built environment microbiome — the diversity of microbial life indoors, where humans spend roughly 90 percent of each day. The vision of this national research center is to understand buildings as complex ecosystems and to explore how architectural design mediates urban microbial ecology and evolution. For a description of partner projects see http://www.microbe.net/.                       

 

Extensive experience using molecular techniques is required, including some combination of skills in DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, library preparation for high-throughput DNA sequencing, bioinformatics, and phylogenetic analysis. Ability to work in a team atmosphere is a must. A Master’s degree in biology is desirable, but individuals with a bachelor in biology or a related field from an accredited institution and extensive experience are also encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting laboratory research under the direction of BioBE Center Director Jessica Green (pages.uoregon.edu/green). Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to diversity.

 

The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal dependent on funding and satisfactory performance. 

 

Please e-mail a cover letter and current CV with names and contact information of three references as a single attachment to: ie2jobs -[at]- uoregon.edu Subject: Posting 16046.

 

Or mail to:

 

Posting 16046, 5289 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-5289.

 

To ensure consideration, please submit applications by April 15, 2016