Department: Biology Department
Duration of Position: Other
Work Schedule:
Employee Type: Administrator
Posting Date: 05/15/2023
Union Representation: Not Applicable
Posting Number: AS371P
Pay Rate:

About Vassar College
Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape.Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference. The College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic, and other historically underrepresented groups.Vassar College is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus.Note: Vassar College has a universal vaccination policy requiring a COVID-19 vaccination, including a booster, for all employees except for those exempt for medical or religious reasons.

Position Summary and Responsibilities
The Pater lab studies the physiology of how plants access resources such as light and water, and how these strategies contribute to the success of these species under stress conditions. We currently seek a Research Assistant to work alongside the Assistant Professor of Biology and a team of undergraduate students to perform independent research experiments, help student researchers with their experiments, and perform general lab organization/maintenance duties. The successful candidate will be able to multi-task, supervise undergraduate researchers in the field, and exhibit an eagerness to learn. This is a three-year, full-time, grant-funded position with an anticipated start date of June 1, 2023.

Responsibilities:

• Perform experiments in the field and lab, including measurements of photosynthesis and hydraulics
• Perform basic lab maintenance/organization duties including inventory maintenance, occasional plant care, and cleaning and organizing general lab space
• Organize and analyze acquired data
• Ensure that safe laboratory practices are followed, including the use and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials
• Participate in laboratory meetings and planning sessions
• Be willing to train/supervise undergraduate trainees both in the lab and field

Qualifications
Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related scientific field.
• Previous experience in a lab or research environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience collecting data in outdoor conditions
• Experience identifying plant species native or invasive to the Hudson Valley
• Understanding of basic plant biology
• Statistical analysis
• Attention to detail, ability to record and manage data files, and ability to coordinate multiple assignments on a day-to-day basis.

Special Instructions to Applicants
To complete your on-line application, you will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references. All attachments must be in PDF format. Review of applications will begin immediately. If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources, 845-437-5820.

For full consideration applicants should apply by:

All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/3218.