Research Assistant, Biology

Description

Reed College seeks a research assistant to join Professor Sam Fey’s aquatic ecology research lab. This is a grant funded, limited duration position with an end date after one year. This is subject to extension.

Reed College offers an exceptional benefits package, including a comprehensive and cost-free medical and dental insurance option for you (Reed pays 60% on medical and dental insurance premiums for your dependent), 403(b) retirement plan with 10% employer contribution (after one year of service), educational assistance for employees and their children, 22 days of paid vacation, paid holidays, half-day Fridays in the summer, and many other campus amenities. This is a full-time role with typical work hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a one hour unpaid lunch. 

Starting salary for this position is $20.60/hour-23.00/hour. Pay offers are contingent upon experience and are determined through an internal pay assessment. This is an overtime eligible position on grade RA.

Who you are

• You have experience working with algal populations 

• You have experience with foundational knowledge of ecology and evolutionary biology

• You are familiar with R programming language

What You’ll Do

• Design and complete experiments and observational studies related to aquatic ecology

• Analyze new and existing datasets 

• Write scientific manuscripts

• Present scientific findings 

• Interact with Reed undergraduates in a lab setting

Qualifications

B.A. or B.S. degree in biology or a related field

Application Instructions

Click the apply now button. You will be directed to Interfolio to create a free account and begin your application. A resume or CV is required. You can submit these documents in any format, but pdf works best.

Applications will be considered as they are submitted so you are encouraged to apply early.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Reed College is committed to building a culturally inclusive community and a work environment that respects and inspires every person. Your unique skills, work history, cultural contributions, and lived experiences are essential to building this community. Members of historically marginalized groups including women, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, those who have served in the military, and members of other underrepresented communities are invited to apply.