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Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.

Unit Position Summary

Assist graduate students and faculty in various field and laboratory tasks. Field work comprises sampling for ticks;
characterizing vegetation; monitoring wildlife trail camera; database maintenance. Lab work comprises tick
identification; DNA extractions; quantitative PCR; database maintenance. Required qualifications include: B.S. in
biological science; experience with identifying ticks and conducting DNA extractions and quantitative PCR; MI
drivers license and record of safe driving.

Desired Qualifications

Ability to teach others how to identify
ticks and conduct molecular diagnostis.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume, cover letter, and references

Work Hours

Generally standard hours (8-5) but field work may require some after-5 pm hours depending on the weather and work needed to be accomplished.

Website

www.canr.msu.edu/fw/