Job ID: 10291
Job date: 2018-02-21
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Company : University of Arkansas Country : Role : Research Scientist
Job date: 2018-02-21
End Date:
Company : University of Arkansas Country : Role : Research Scientist
Job Description:
Summary of Job Duties: A full-time Research Associate position is available in the Department of Plant Pathology at the University of Arkansas. The successful applicant will be responsible for conducting bioinformatics-based research in molecular plant-fungal interactions. This position will be funded through competitive grants, and thus the position will be available until 12/30/2018. Minimum Qualifications: Please ensure that all relevant application materials include details addressing the minimum qualifications. Applicants not meeting the minimum qualifications will be disqualified from consideration. A M.S. degree in computer science, bioinformatics, or a related field of study or a B.S. degree in computer science, bioinformatics, or a related field of study plus three years of related experience. Does this job require any license(s)/certification(s)? No If yes, please specify Preferred Qualifications: At least one year of additional job experience in microbial bioinformatics. Advanced expertise in bioinformatics, including fungal genome and transcriptome sequencing. Prior research experience with Dothidiomycetes fungi, particularly Cercospora spp. Experience analyzing data pertaining to fungal population biology. Track record of publishing relevant results in peer-reviewed journals. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): This position requires experience and knowledge in fungal functional genomics, bioinformatics, molecular genetics, and general concepts in molecular biology and microbiology. Demonstrated ability to analyze large datasets pertaining to microbial genomics. Prior experience with plant-fungal interactions is also required. Physical activities associated with this position: For questions regarding reasonable accommodations please contact the Division’s Office of Affirmative Action at bbatiste@uark.edu . Physical Conditions: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). Work Schedule :40 hours/week Overtime Eligible: No Is this position weather/event essential? If yes, the employee in this position will report to work at the scheduled time when the University is closed due to inclement conditions. No Work Location/Building:Rosen APC Building Benefits Eligible :Yes Appointment Percent :100 Salary : Commensurate with education and experience Does this Position require a Motor Vehicle Reports Check? Yes Does this position require a background check? Yes If yes, please specify Does this position require a substance abuse test? Yes
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Department : Plant Pathology About the University: About the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture The Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas County. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station ( AAES ) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service ( CES ), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. About the College/Department :Department Home Page Job Type : Staff Pre-employment Screening Requirements This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Posting Detail Information Future Open Date Close Date :03/06/2018 Open Until Filled : No Anticipated Start Date Anticipated End Date (for temporary appointments) Recruitment Contact Information Dr. Burt Bluhm bbluhm@uark.edu Special Instructions Summary Hiring Location :222 Administration Building Fayetteville, AR 72701. EEO Statement : The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs and services without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Internal Posting :No City, St. Fayetteville, AR [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
Summary of Job Duties: A full-time Research Associate position is available in the Department of Plant Pathology at the University of Arkansas. The successful applicant will be responsible for conducting bioinformatics-based research in molecular plant-fungal interactions. This position will be funded through competitive grants, and thus the position will be available until 12/30/2018. Minimum Qualifications: Please ensure that all relevant application materials include details addressing the minimum qualifications. Applicants not meeting the minimum qualifications will be disqualified from consideration. A M.S. degree in computer science, bioinformatics, or a related field of study or a B.S. degree in computer science, bioinformatics, or a related field of study plus three years of related experience. Does this job require any license(s)/certification(s)? No If yes, please specify Preferred Qualifications: At least one year of additional job experience in microbial bioinformatics. Advanced expertise in bioinformatics, including fungal genome and transcriptome sequencing. Prior research experience with Dothidiomycetes fungi, particularly Cercospora spp. Experience analyzing data pertaining to fungal population biology. Track record of publishing relevant results in peer-reviewed journals. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): This position requires experience and knowledge in fungal functional genomics, bioinformatics, molecular genetics, and general concepts in molecular biology and microbiology. Demonstrated ability to analyze large datasets pertaining to microbial genomics. Prior experience with plant-fungal interactions is also required. Physical activities associated with this position: For questions regarding reasonable accommodations please contact the Division’s Office of Affirmative Action at bbatiste@uark.edu . Physical Conditions: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). Work Schedule :40 hours/week Overtime Eligible: No Is this position weather/event essential? If yes, the employee in this position will report to work at the scheduled time when the University is closed due to inclement conditions. No Work Location/Building:Rosen APC Building Benefits Eligible :Yes Appointment Percent :100 Salary : Commensurate with education and experience Does this Position require a Motor Vehicle Reports Check? Yes Does this position require a background check? Yes If yes, please specify Does this position require a substance abuse test? Yes
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Department : Plant Pathology About the University: About the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture The Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas County. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station ( AAES ) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service ( CES ), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. About the College/Department :Department Home Page Job Type : Staff Pre-employment Screening Requirements This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Posting Detail Information Future Open Date Close Date :03/06/2018 Open Until Filled : No Anticipated Start Date Anticipated End Date (for temporary appointments) Recruitment Contact Information Dr. Burt Bluhm bbluhm@uark.edu Special Instructions Summary Hiring Location :222 Administration Building Fayetteville, AR 72701. EEO Statement : The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs and services without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Internal Posting :No City, St. Fayetteville, AR [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]