What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate position at South Dakota State University?
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South Dakota State University (SDSU) is currently seeking a highly motivated and detailed Research Associate to join our Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics department. This position will provide technical assistance to research through Sequencing Core Facility and COBRE center. This position is located in and is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.
The Genomics Sequencing Facility provides sequencing services to all SDSU researchers and to others across the state of South Dakota and beyond. The facility works in a highly collaborative environment with an open-door policy for users and stakeholders.
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan and guide sequencing runs on Illumina and Oxford Nanopore platforms.
- Oversee the operation, maintenance, and supply management for sequencing equipment.
- Prepare DNA / RNA libraries for a variety of applications.
- Manage sequencing data and deliver results to customers.
- Conduct experiments to meet research objectives.
- Supervise hourly / temporary staff and oversee their duties as needed.
- Collaborate with customers (e.g., COBRE RPLs and scientists) on experimental design, manage sample intake and documentation, perform bioinformatic data analysis, train customers on analysis tools, and deliver publication-ready figures and results interpretation.
- Contribute to writing sections of manuscripts, grant proposals, and progress reports.
BENEFITS :
South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Salary : $47,565 - $61,845
