The Wyoming Worm Lab is looking for researchers. Details about applying and specific qualifications are described below.
The bottom line: We’re looking for scientists who like figuring stuff out. Who want to make their mark. Who love learning. And who and have the commitment, maturity, and ability to pull that off. It’s a fun respectful environment. Nice kind people to work with. Good science. And tons of outdoor stuff to keep you busy when you’re not in the lab. Laramie’s a low-stress small Western college town near the Colorado border. it’s particularly nice when everything’s not on fire. Anyway, you could do a lot worse, I promise you that.
Job Description - Research Associate I (20003443)
JOB PURPOSE:
Conduct investigative research requiring the application and analysis of standard assays in molecular and cellular biology along with procedures as defined by the project.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform standard designated procedures associated with experiments/projects; interpret and analyze results; present data in organized form, maintain detailed lab notebooks.
Review up-to-date scientific literature extracting information relevant to ongoing, proposed, or possible research projects.
Learn, develop and utilize new techniques which facilitate research goals by consulting literature or other University personnel including faculty, students and research assistants.
Provide written progress reports to supervisor.
Apply appropriate quality controls to ensure validity, rigor, and reliability of results.
Demonstrate and teach laboratory or research techniques, methods, and procedures to public or University students and employees as needed.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Assist with ordering supplies, maintaining inventory, and keeping laboratory clean and organized.
May travel to sites associated with designated project to collect data/ specimens or perform experiments.
COMPETENCIES:
Analysis/Problem Identification
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Creative Synthesis of Ideas
Efficient Multi-tasking
Ability to be Proactive and Independent
Ability to Work Well with a Team
Formal Presentation Skills
Safety Awareness
Quality Orientation
Work Prioritization
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Experience: One year experience conducting research in an academic laboratory studying molecular/cellular biology or a very closely related field.
A complete application is required. Incomplete applications will not be considered (see below for required materials).
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Direct experience working with a genetic model organism such as C. elegans, Drosophila, or vertebrate system.
Strong grades in course work relevant to molecular, cellular and developmental biology, biochemistry, genetics, and other related areas.
Willingness to live and work in Laramie Wyoming.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
A complete application is required. Incomplete applications will not be considered (see below for required materials).
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter explaining background and specific interest in the position and our area of research, resume or C.V., PDF-file of college/university transcripts with grades, and contact information for four work-related references.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/