Adjunct Research Assistant at University… · Durham

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The Bulseco Lab (Coastal MicroEco Lab) is seeking an Adjunct Research Assistant, who will support research investigating sediment microbial communities and biogeochemical cycling in coastal ecosystems. Key responsibilities include library preparation for next-generation sequencing (DNA extractions, PCR), assistance with laboratory incubations, and supporting various daily laboratory needs in addition to overall project management.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Extract DNA from sediment and filter samples

• Perform PCR reactions

• Run gel electrophoresis

• Deliver/ship samples for sequencing

• Maintain laboratory records of ongoing projects/sample inventory

• Support field studies when applicable

• Perform routine laboratory maintenance

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Detail oriented and able to work independently

• At least one year of experience in a laboratory environment

• Familiarity with DNA sequencing

• Ability to work in field environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• A BS or BA in a related field

Compensation Pay Range:

$18

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location:

Durham

Salary Grade:

Adjunct Hourly Staff 00