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Research Laboratory Technician - Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology
Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology

Job Summary
Conduct laboratory work on the function and expression of photosynthetic proteins for the RIPE project.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Processing plant tissue for RNA and protein analysis (including protein isolation and immunoblot analysis, RNA isolation and gene expression analysis)
• Biochemical measurements (mainly, but not limited to, Rubisco activation and characterization, leaf starch, carbohydrate and soluble sugar analysis)
• Physiological measurements (mainly, but not limited to, photosynthesis, chlorophyll fluorescence and transpiration, with concurrent tissue sampling)
• Keep detailed written reports of these experiments, and archive data obtained
• Undertake data entry, processing, and statistical analysis of the gathered data, and provide written summaries of these statistical analyses

Additional Physical Demands
Environmental Demands: Work is performed in a laboratory setting.

Other/Comments: You will be a vital part of a team committed to the development of biotechnologies that will be freely available to and will lead to better seed for poor farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and SE Asia, supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. We are particularly interested in candidates who will share our commitment to achieving this end.
Minimum Qualifications

Education: B.S. degree in biochemistry, physiology, horticulture, biology or other related disciplines Experience: Laboratory research experience including adherence to safety protocols and understanding of current research methodologies

Preferred Qualifications

Education: M.S. degree in biochemistry, physiology, plant pathology/protection, biology or other related disciplines

Experience: Two years' biochemical research experience.

Training, Licenses or Certifications: Ability to work with radiation (14C) and obtain radiation safety permit.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Background in biochemistry.
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a team.
• Ability to work with radiation (14C) and obtain radiation safety permit.
• Well-developed active listening and written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers, especially Excel MSOffice.
• Ability to maintain written records.
• Willingness to learn and in turn, train others.
• Proactive in problem solving; self-sufficient.
• Knowledge of RNA and protein extraction, SDS-PAGE gel electrophoresis, and immunoblotting.
• Knowledge in statistics and experimental designs, and supporting software.
• Knowledge in operating plant physiology-related equipment.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 3/1/2024. Salary range begins at $45,000, and is commensurate with experience.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on December 15, 2023. Interviews are expected to be held in January 2024 for a March-April 2024 start date. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Jana Lenz at janalenz@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

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Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1021534
Job Category: Research

To apply, visit https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/8690?c=illinois







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