Researcher/Scientist III
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- University of Arizona
- Location
- Tucson, AZ
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- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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Department:School of Plant Sciences-Res
Department Website Link:https://cals.arizona.edu/spls/home
Location:Main Campus
Address:Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights:A full-time (1.0 FTE) Researcher/Scientist III position is available in the School of Plant Sciences at University of Arizona to conduct translational research to investigate the etiology, biology, and management of important plant diseases associated with fruit nuts and vegetable production in Arizona. The incumbent will be involved in several plant pathology projects. Research will be based in the Extension Plant Pathology Laboratory under the supervision of Dr. Alex Hu. This position is temporary and initial funding for this position is 1 year, but anticipated to be renewed annually based upon performance and funding availability.
This is an Extended Temporary Employment (ETE) position.Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities:DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develops, plans, designs, and conducts research. Reviews progress and evaluates results. Coordinates laboratory and field work including lab equipment management.
- Formulates research methods. Develops or collaborates in the development of new techniques and methods for plant pathogen detection and quantification.
- Participates in the acquisition of research funding by initiating and writing grant proposals.
- Participates or authors articles in peer-reviewed journals, books or chapter publications. Participate or presents at conferences.
- Supervise, train and direct activities of subordinates and students
- Supervise and manage the daily workflow, quality assurance, and day to day operation of Extension Plant Pathology laboratory.
- Additional duties may be assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as experience giving oral presentations and writing scientific reports.
- Ability to learn and follow scientific protocols. Detail-oriented, organized, and maintain a clean working environment.
- Knowledge of basic microbiology and molecular biology techniques: pathogen isolation, identification, cataloging and storage of pathogen specimens. DNA/RNA extraction, quantification, conventional PCR, and real-time PCR.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and delegate to others.
- Bachelor’s degree in Plant Pathology, Horticultural Sciences, Agronomy or equivalent degree
- Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience
- PhD degree in Plant Pathology with 2 or more years research experience in plant pathology research on crop disease identification and management
- Supervisory experience
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time:Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week:40
Job FTE:1.0
Work Calendar:Fiscal
Job Category:Research
Benefits Eligible:Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay:DOE
Compensation Type:salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade:8
Career Stream and Level:PC3
Job Family:Researchers & Scientists
Job Function:Research
Type of criminal background check required::Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies:1
Target Hire Date:1/10/2021
Expected End Date:1/9/2022
Contact Information for Candidates:For additional information, please contact Dr. Alex Hu at epp@arizona.edu.
Open Date:12/22/2020
Open Until Filled:Yes
Documents Needed to Apply:Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant:Please submit CV, cover letter and statement of Research Interest.
Diversity Statement:At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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Transdisciplinary research excellence – the true seamless integration across disciplinary university-community boundaries – is an undergirding philosophy deeply rooted in our history. Notably, our BIO5 Institute brings together scientists from agriculture, medicine, pharmacy, basic science, and engineering to treat disease, feed humanity, and preserve livable environments.
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Our Main and Health Sciences campuses are located near downtown Tucson. In addition, we operate a College of Applied Science & Technology in southeastern Arizona, a Biomedical Campus in Phoenix, a Veterinary College north of Tucson, and extension offices in every Arizona county. Despite a metro population of 1 million people, Tucson retains the feel of a small town where everyone knows one another. Ringed by mountains, blessed with abundant sunshine, and recognized as a bicycle-friendly city, Tucson is ideal for outdoor exploration. The second largest city in Arizona also offers cultural, artistic, and social amenities to feed your insatiable curiosity. Emblematic of the desert Southwest, the Sonoran Desert is a region steeped in Native American and Latina/o culture.
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Our Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
The University of Arizona sits on the homeland of the Tohono O’odham, the Desert People. In 1775, the Spanish Presidio San Agustín de Tucsón displaced the Native people from the floodplain of the Santa Cruz River. With Mexican Independence in 1821, Tucson became part of the Mexican state of Sonora, and might still be so but for the 1853 Gadsden Purchase.
The University of Arizona takes advantage of our unique location and history through initiatives from cross-border collaborative research in arid lands and water management to workshops for women entrepreneurs in Sonora.
The Native Peoples Technical Assistance Office serves as a liaison between Native nations and the research arm of the university, focused on building capacity and research support for tribal community development.
The university of Arizona is proud to be a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution and one of 9 US institutions to receive the inaugural Seal of Excelencia for demonstrating positive Latina/o student outcomes. We rank No. 1 for the number of doctoral degrees awarded to Native American students, and No. 9 for the number awarded to Latina/o students.
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Arizona Hispanic Center of Excellence (AZ-HCOE) works to increase the number of Latina/o physicians, enhance health research serving Latinas/os, and improve the cultural competency of health care services in Latina/o communities.
Binational Migration Institute (BMI) is an association of US and Mexican scholars researching the consequences of immigration enforcement policies on Latina/o communities.
Institute for LGBT Studies develops curriculum, promotes research, and presents public programming addressing the histories, politics, and cultures of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people.
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Native American Research and Training Center (NARTC) conducts health-related research and training projects to help improve quality of life for Native Americans.
Native Nations Institute (NNI) conducts policy analysis and research dedicated to building capable Native nations.
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