Research Specialist,Senior
Full-Time at Northern Arizona University, Microbial Genetics & Genomics
posted on August 29, 2012
Special Information
• This position is grant funded and subject to the availablity of funds. Not subject to layoff or recall status.
• This position requires a willingness and ability to pass a Department of Justice Select Agent Program Security Risk Assessment.
Job Description
• The Center for Microbial Genetics and Genomics at Northern Arizona University seeks a Research Specialist, Senior to perform basic and advanced research on bacterial pathogens, including Brucella spp., Yersinia pestis, Rickettsia spp. and Bacillus anthracis. The Center for Microbial Genetics and Genomics is a large (50+ employees), state-of-the-art academic research facility. Work entails genetic and genomic analyses, microbiology, and laboratory maintenance, among other things. This position will require working in a BSL3- environment with Select Agent organisms mentioned above. Maintaining a positive attitude in a team-based workplace is essential.
• Primary duties:
• Work in a BSL3 environment with Select Agents to accomplish research goals.
• Supervise the efforts of 1-4 junior level laboratory staff and students.
• Compile and assist in writing reports, SOPs, and publications.
• Participation in group and individual meetings and coordination with external collaborators.
Minimum Qualifications
• Master's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND two years related research experience; OR,
• Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment and four years related research experience; OR,
• Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education.
• This position requires a willingness and ability to pass a Department of Justice Select Agent Program Security Risk Assessment.
Preferred Qualifications
• Currently a BSL3 certified user capable of working at Center for Microbial Genetics and Genomics at Northern Arizona University.
• Experience with molecular biological techniques.
• Experience with genetic and genomic analyses in bacteria.
• Experience with arthopod vectors including ticks, fleas, and/or mosquitoes.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
General Information
This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting.
Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.
Salary
$40,480 - $41,225 per year.
FLSA Status
Exempt.
Benefits
This is a Classified Staff (CLS) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System; paid vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members. More information on benefits at NAU is available at www.nau.edu/hr. ; Classified Staff employees are in a probationary status for their first six months at NAU.
Employees offered a position on or after July 20, 2011, will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan) after 90 days of employment. If you accept an offer on or after July 20, 2011, you will begin participating in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, on the first of the pay period following 6 months after your start date. More information is available at: http://hr.nau.edu/node/10159.
Application Deadline
September 11, 2012 at midnight.
