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BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
North Dakota State University - Fargo, ND.
GS-0404-05/06 (Promotion potential – GS-08) Salary Range of $30,772 to $44,589 per annum
This position is located in the USDA-ARS Cereal Crops Research Unit on the campus of North Dakota State University in Fargo, ND. Incumbent will provide technical support in basic and applied research on the quality of hard spring and durum wheats. Major Duties will include, but are not limited to: 1) Performs a variety of complex analyses of biochemical components of cereal grains such as protein, carbohydrates, lipids, and enzymes using sophisticated analytical instruments; 2) Conducts complex laboratory experiments pertaining to quality evaluation of cereal grains; 3) Maintains precise and detailed records of experimental conditions and data, compiles and analyzes data using various computer software packages; prepares reports as required; 4) Adapts, modifies, or develops new techniques and/or procedures when necessary to meet the objectives of the research project; 4) Operates, calibrates, and maintains specialized laboratory equipment; 5) Purchases, maintains, organizes, and monitors inventory of laboratory supplies and chemical reagents; 6) Dispose of waste material (both chemical and biological) safely and keep lab clean and in an orderly manner; and 7) Interacts and cooperates with other technicians, postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduate students in the lab as well as those in other collaborating labs.
A comprehensive benefits package includes paid sick leave and annual leave, life and health insurance, a savings and investment plan (401K type), and a Federal retirement plan. For more information on the research program and/or position, or to have a printed copy of the vacancy announcement mailed to you, please call Kim Swanson at 701-239-1370. To view the complete vacancy and applications procedures, go to http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/divisions/hrd/vacancy/VAC2.HTM. For specific questions, please contact Dr. Michael Edwards at (701) 239-1341 (Michael.Edwards@ars.usda.gov) or Dr. Jae Ohm at (701) 239-1414 (Jae.Ohm@ars.usda.gov) Send applications for announcement ARS-X10W-0035 to: USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Human Resources Division, Attn: Keli A. Martin, 5601 Sunnyside Avenue, Stop 5106, Beltsville, MD 20705-5106, Fax: (301) 504-1535; e-mail: scirecruit@ars.usda.gov. Applications must be marked ARS-X10W-0035 and be postmarked by January 11, 2010. U.S. Citizenship is required and must be verified before entrance on duty.
USDA/ARS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.
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