Department of Agriculture
This position is in the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Field Organization, Midwest Area, Plant Introduction Research Unit located in Ames, IA. In this position, you will support research by carrying out laboratory, field, and greenhouse experiments, collecting and preparing samples, maintaining scientific equipment, and recording and analyzing experimental data.
- Collects, prepares, evaluates, and verifies biological samples and supporting records.
- Maintains inventory of chemicals, stock solutions, plant growth media, etc., prepares solutions and reagents for use in the laboratory, field, or greenhouse, and safely disposes of waste material (chemical and biological).
- Applies extensive practical knowledge of biological science (plant pathology, plant physiology, entomology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics) to lay out, schedule, organize, and execute details of operational or multiphased projects.
- Actively participates in one or more phases of the research process by performing a variety of complex technical duties in laboratory, field, or greenhouse environments.
- Adapts, modifies, or develops new techniques and/or procedures to satisfy the needs of the research project.
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