Laboratory Research Assistant III - Grassland Ecology
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The Laboratory Research Assistant III supports grassland ecology research across field, greenhouse, and laboratory settings. The role participates in studies involving plants, insects, and fungal associates; collects and processes samples; analyzes camera and weather-station data; and assists with data management and initial analyses. It also supports lab operations, equipment and vehicle upkeep, safety inspections, and improvements to lab processes.
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Participate in field studies as directed by research scientists. This includes setting up and maintaining field studies, collecting, processing and curation of plants, insects and fungal associates, field identification of plants, remote trap cameras, weather stations, trip planning, detailed record keeping and sample curation, and proficient use of field equipment. Interact professionally with landowners.Perform greenhouse duties to study plants, insects and fungal associates. This includes setting up studies and recording outcomes of plant, insect, soil, microbial and nutrient treatments. Finalizing experiments by performing data collection, data management, sample processing and experiment breakdown. Maintain greenhouse plant cultures, environmental controls, supplies and equipment.Perform laboratory duties including specimen preparation for molecular and chemical analyses. Analyze images from trap cameras. Analyze weather station data. Use microscope to measure or identify samples. Culture fungal endophytes in sterile lab conditions. Conduct data entry, and management, and perform initial analyses of data from field, lab and greenhouse studies.Assist with administrative tasks, workflow planning, materials and equipment supplies preparation and purchases, general lab and vehicle maintenance and cleaning. Participate in lab meetings.Help to improve the lab processes, efficiency and safety. Perform quality and safety inspections to meet EHS requirements. Help update lab manuals and protocols.
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