Research Assistant, Microbial Ecology Lab | Saint Louis University Job at Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, MO

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  • Saint Louis University
  • Saint Louis, MO

Job Description

Research Assistant  in Microbial Ecology Lab at Saint Louis University

The Soil Microbial Ecology Laboratory at Saint Louis University is looking for a Research Assistant with a background in Soil/Environmental science, Biology, Ecology, Soil microbiology to join an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities: The  Research Assistant will assist the research team in conducting soil sampling and greenhouse gas measurements in the field.  This position will also be familiar with soil incubation experiments, measurement of soil nitrogen and carbon content, as well as basic pipetting, PCR and some other molecular techniques. The major tasks of this position will include:

  • Traveling to the field and conducting soil sampling and greenhouse gas measurements in the field.

  • Determine the net and potential nitrification/denitrification rates in soils collected in agroecosystems.

  • Setup greenhouse gas chamber and collect the greenhouse gas samples.

  • Perform basic DNA extraction and PCR.

Qualifications:  Applicants should have the following qualifications to be considered:

  • Bachelor's degree (preferred Master) in Microbial Ecology, Microbiology, Ecology, Soil Science and Biogeochemistry, or related field.

  • Experience in field work (soil sampling etc.) and driving a car, DNA extraction, and PCR.

  • Evidence of excellency in communicating science.

  • Ability to take a leadership role for specific components of the project associated with soil sampling, processing, and analyses of some nutrients data and ability to work independently as well as a productive member of a team.

The appointment is for 1 year with the possibility of extension for an additional year pending satisfactory progress.

Application:  Interested applicants should send (1) a cover letter detailing your research experience, (2) curriculum vitae/resume.

About Saint Louis University

Saint Louis University(SLU) is a private, co-educational Jesuit university located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Founded in 1818 by the Most Reverend Louis Guillaume Valentin Dubourg SLU is the oldest university west of the Mississippi River. The University has campuses in St. Louis, Mo. and Madrid, Spain. SLU values academic excellence, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. For nearly 200 years, the University has gone beyond teaching facts and figures, encouraging students to form ideas and identities. Today, SLU students are nearly 14,000 strong. The University has invested vast resources to advance academic programs and enhance the student experience. SLU also is a major research institution where premier researchers tackle local and global challenges. And the University's commitment to community service has earned it national acclaim and bolstered its status as a character-building college.

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