WS - Biology Research Technician II - FWS

Biology Research Technician II Division: CAS Department: Biology Experience: Intermediate Job Code: NA Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Byron Meade Requested Start Date: 08/24/2026 Students will assist in the management of various research projects within the natural sciences. These projects will typically be agriculturally focused, with a heavy emphasis on mushrooms, but could also include work in medicinal plant/fungal extracts.

Students in this position will be given advanced research responsibilities, include data analyzing and preforming standardized experiments. This position is ideal for students interested in biological sciences and research experience.

Responsibilities

Organize and maintain a clean and working research laboratory: C, TW, P Assist senior research personnel in prepping sterile substrates (agar, grain, etc…): C, TW, P, CSD, CT, L, T Assist with the design and implementation of novel agriculture research projects: C, TW, P, CSD, CT, CTR, L, T Inoculate, incubate, and harvest mushrooms and hydroponic vegetables: C, TW, P, L, T, CSD Oversee Biology Research Technician I employee’s maintenance on hydroponic and mushroom cultivation units: C, TW, T, CSD, L Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T) In the following sections check all boxes that apply to your job.

Computer Skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint Other Skills: Attention to detail, Strong active listening abilities, Public speaking, Written & verbal communication, Willingness to learn new things Work Schedule: Hours vary depending on workload Work Conditions: Heat, Cold, Light Intensity, Humidity Physical Demands: Keyboarding, Reaching/Handling, Stooping/Kneeling, Crouching/Crawling, Pushing up to 50 lbs.

, Pulling up to 50 lbs., Lifting up to 50 lbs., Carrying up to 50 lbs. Number of Positions: 1 Pay Rate: 10.50/hour Location: Building: ARM, Room#: 110 Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates.

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