Part-time Research Support Assistant- S Illinois 7200 Nifa Qtl Nt - Sawers Lab
Penn State University
University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
Hybrid
Seed inventory and preparation
Controlled pollinations in field/greenhouse
Greenhouse experiment preparation and data collection
The position will support the Sawers group maize genetics program, involving duties such as seed inventory, preparation of material for planting, conducting controlled pollinations, harvest, and seed sorting
Job Summary
The position will support the Sawers group maize genetics program, involving duties such as seed inventory, preparation of material for planting, conducting controlled pollinations, harvest, and seed sorting.
Duties include preparing and conducting greenhouse experiments and collecting data, requiring organizational and communication skills to coordinate field activities across multiple growing seasons and sites.
A working knowledge of molecular biology is required for effective communication with group members regarding lab management and wet lab procedures.
Matching Summary
The position will support the Sawers group maize genetics program, involving duties such as seed inventory, preparation of material for planting, conducting controlled pollinations, harvest, and seed sorting.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Seed inventory and preparation
Controlled pollinations in field/greenhouse
Greenhouse experiment preparation and data collection