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OPS – Greenhouse Tech
The primary responsibility of this position is to assist in regular activities in support of the insect pest management and ecology research program at the University of Florida Citrus Research and Education Center. The individual in this position will be expected to participate in ongoing projects, including development of microorganisms for insect pest control. Responsibilities will also include maintenance of insect cultures and greenhouse plants for use in the research program; preparation, manipulation, confirmation of plants and insects for DNA extractions, and aiding with general laboratory maintenance activities.
Duties Include:
- Background knowledge in agriculture and insects is a plus. Position will require maintaining insect cultures and conducting molecular genetic analyses.
- This person will be conducting independent efficacy bioassays with insect and plants. Must demonstrate capacity to organize and execute experiments.
- Collection and compilation of experiment data; assists in following prescribed procedures in gathering, organizing, and compilation of experimental data from field and lab studies. Perform, coordinate, and maintain DNA extractions from cell cultures and insects, and PCR of these materials. This includes laboratory investigations of insect life history and behavior and evaluation of bioassays with the aid of molecular genetic techniques and microscopy. Responsible for maintaining continuity of form for computer reduction of data and for maintaining access to data for review and analysis purposes.
- Maintenance of Greenhouse room, growth chambers, and insect colonies.
Rate of Pay: Commensurate with experience
Hour of Work: Full Time Monday thru Friday
Applicants should email Dr. Lukasz Steliniski at stelinski@ufl.edu
- Background knowledge in agriculture and insects is a plus. Position will require maintaining insect cultures and conducting molecular genetic analyses.
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OPS – Molecular Laboratory Technician
Our research laboratory located in Lake Alfred Florida has a part-time position for a qualified individual to assist with support activities for research staff conducting experiments related to the study of Citrus greening disease (HLB). We are working to develop and deploy CTV infectious clones to mitigate the HLB effect on citrus production.
An ideal candidate will have several years pf experience and coursework in microbiology, virology, plant pathology or related field. Advanced degree is a plus. Laboratory experience can substitute for degree.
Desired skills include experience with major molecular biology protocols including any of the following:
- Northern and Western blotting
- DNA /RNA extraction and agarose gel analysis of DNA/RNA samples cloning techniques
- Real-time qPCR and RT-PCR assays
- Sequencing analysis
- Enzyme-linked immunosorbebt assay (ELISA)
- Inoculation of plants with pathogens
- Preparation of various media and solutions
- Experience with Confocal microscopy is a plus
Salary: $15.00 to $20.00 depending on experience.
Work Week : Approximately 20-30 hours a week.
To Apply: Send resume to: Dr. Choaa El-Mohtar, mohtarc@ufl.edu