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University of Idaho

Plant Pathology Research Assistant

Location: Parma

Division/College: Col of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Employee Category: Student/Temporary

Pay Range: $15.00 per hour

FTE:

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
This position, located in western Idaho, is available on a continuing basis (contingent upon funding) to assist the Plant Disease Diagnostic Lab in the conduct of field, laboratory, storage, and/or greenhouse experiments including data collection from experiments. The goal of the Plant Disease Diagnostic Lab is to investigate plant diseases across a wide range of crops in Idaho with research and extension focusing on characterizing and managing plant diseases as well as developing new diagnostic methods for plant pathogens.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience using communication skills in a workplace and having effective communication with supervisors, co-workers, and third parties.
• Experience: working with and without direct supervision; following good safety practices; and using basic personal computer software programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Educational coursework in one or more of the following disciplines: biology, plant pathology, entomology, horticulture, agronomy, chemistry, or physical sciences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Willingness to work on research projects on plant disease diagnosis in lab and field settings
• Experience in: scientific principles and conducting laboratory experiments; keeping accurate records; working in the field; working in a greenhouse; and working in a laboratory.
• Demonstrated ability to: work in a cooperative manner and be an integral team member; operate, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and resolve basic problems with instruments and farm equipment; follow good safety practices.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Possess a valid drivers license and ability to drive a UI vehicle (pass driving record check and defensive driving course).

Possess a valid drivers license and ability to drive a UI vehicle (pass driving record check and defensive driving course).


Required Licensures, Certifications or other


Posting Number: STH001960P

Posting Date: 05/17/2022

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
Position is open until filled, with first consideration date of 5/25/2022.
IMPORTANT: To be considered, your 'Letter of Qualification