Job Description

Research Specialist, Conservation Genetics

Posting Number: SP004733P
Division/College: College of Natural Resources
Department: Fish & Wildlife Sciences
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

The Research Specialist helps to conduct research that directly impacts the management and conservation of wildlife populations. The Conservation Genetics Research Associate assists the Laboratory for Ecological, Evolutionary and Conservation Genetics research group by training new staff, students and visiting scientists in complex laboratory procedures, ensuring a safe and clean working environment and tracking laboratory supplies.

Position Overview:

Performs research activities and analysis, recording observations and measurements, and reports results. Participates in analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision.

Duties may include:

• Prepare standard solutions for calibration and analyses
• Interpret test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
• Collect laboratory or field data
• Conduct research and analysis of scientific data
• Participate in research design discussions
• Perform literature reviews
• Prepare reports
• Compare data and historical records for trend verification
• Develop reference files, comparison charts, and graphs on research data
• Assist with site inspections and field oversight
• Have little or no supervisory responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

• Following pre-established procedures or protocols
• Collecting and reviewing scientific data
• Keeping complete and accurate records
• Working in a team environment

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Wildlife, Biology, or Molecular Biology

Required Other:

• None

Additional Preferred:

• One or more years experience working in a molecular genetics laboratory
• Experience extracting DNA from low quantity DNA sources including feces, hair and environmental samples
• Experience with PCR and qPCR set up
• Experience working under biosafety hood in biosafety level II laboratory
• Experience in training new staff in laboratory protocols
• Experience with DNA library preparation for RADseq, GTseq or other methods
• Ability to work independently and in a group environment
• Demonstrated record keeping skills in a laboratory environment

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move 40lbs

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: Commensurate with experience
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE:

1.0

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: Uncertain
Posting Date: 01/29/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is open until filled. Priority will be given to applicants who have submitted their materials by February 12, 2025.

Applicant Resources:
Background Check Statement:

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

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The University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The University is committed to the policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status as protected under applicable federal, state or local law in employment or educational programs.

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Full time, Part time, Local area, Visa sponsorship,

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