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Research Specialist, Post-Harvest Physiology
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Position Number: 5074310
Location: Kimberly, ID
Position Type: Agriculture - Plant and Soil Science

University of Idaho

Research Specialist, Post-Harvest Physiology

Location: Kimberly

Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $18.10 per hour depending on education and experience

FTE: 1.0

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
Performs research activities and analysis, recording observations and measurements, and reports results. Participates in analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision.

Duties may include:

Preparing standard solutions for calibration and analyses
Interpreting test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
Collecting laboratory or field data
Conducting research and analysis of scientific data
Participating in research design discussions
Performing literature reviews
Preparing reports
Comparing data and historical records for trend verification
Developing reference files, comparison charts, and graphs on research data
Assisting with site inspections and field oversight
Having little or no supervisory responsibilities
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in agronomy, plant science, food science, chemistry or biology

Following pre-established procedures or protocols
Collecting and reviewing scientific data
Keeping complete and accurate records
Working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience operating and maintaining High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC)
Sampling, preparation, and analytical analyses using various instrumentation including the ability to operate, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot and resolve basic problems with instruments and equipment
Conducting physicochemical and phytochemical analyses
Conducting respiration trials
Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative, alone and cooperatively in small groups
Demonstrated ability to plan projects and tasks to achieve goals of overall program
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision
Experience identifying and solving problems
Experience prioritizing tasks and managing own and employees time
Experience designing and interpreting results from experiments
Experience effectively supervising employees
Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and working cooperatively with faculty and staff from other programs
Demonstrated skills of effective interpersonal communication and experience using computer programs, such as Microsoft Office, SAS or R
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing and to maintain clear, detailed records

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift, carry, or otherwise move heavy materials weighing up to 50 pounds

Must be able to lift, carry, or otherwise move heavy materials weighing up to 50 pounds

Required Licensures, Certifications or other

Posting Number: SP004316P

Posting Date: 03/01/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
Applications received prior to April 4, 2024 will receive first consideration. This position is located in Southern Idaho.

IMPORTANT: To be considered, your "Letter of Qualification" must address EACH of the required qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. Information on a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.

In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible.

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.