Staff Scientist position available in the Schnable Lab at Iowa State University
An opening is immediately available for an Assistant Scientist
position in the MicroArray Facility of Plant Science Institute at
Iowa State University.
We are looking for a motivated individual to manage the Facility and
to conduct MicroArray-based research. This individual does NOT need
to have MicroArray training or experience, but should have a broad
background in the molecular biology, the initiative to optimize
existing protocols, and the creativity to explore new ideas.
Duties include keeping a steady supply of maize microarray chips,
interacting with and training facility users and computer support
staff, surveying, evaluating and implementing new technologies,
ensuring proper maintenance of equipment and updating of application
software.
Qualifications: Master's degree in biology, genetics or a related
field and two years of relevant professional experience. Substantial
experience in molecular biology techniques and motivation for
advancement in the field.
**Experience with Genomics research and technologies is desirable but
NOT required.
Submit letter of application, resume, and the names and contact
information of at least three references to Dr. An-Ping Hsia, the
Schnable Lab Manager at hsia at iastate.edu. ISU is an EO/AA employer.
*Iowa State University has recently announced an $80 million gift to
the College of Agriculture and has also established the Plant Science
Institute that houses several research centers including the Center
for Plant Genomics.
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An-Ping Hsia, Ph.D. Tel#: 515-294-8563
Lab Manager, Schnable Lab Fax#: 515-294-2299
Schnable Lab, B504 Agronomy Hall e-mail:hsia at iastate.edu
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011
http://www.iastate.edu/~pslab
