Research Associate, Biology

Description

Reed College Biology department seeks applicants for a full-time research associate to study the bacterial degradation of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33361127/), the material used to make plastic water bottles. This role reports to Jay Mellies, Professor of Biology. This is not a remote position.

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. 

Funding for this work is from a three-year, collaborative NSF RUI grant. Starting salary for this position is $22-$24/hour. Pay offers are contingent upon experience and are determined through an internal pay assessment. This is an overtime eligible position on the Research pay grade.

Who You Are

• You hold a bachelor or masters degree in a related field

• You have experience in bacterial genetics, chemistry, and have an interest in metabolism

• You have strong organizationals and writing skills

• You are interested and able to work in a lab alongside students and to serve as a mentor and resource 

What You’ll Do

• Conduct work in accordance with the instructions of the P.I.

• Interpret, analyze and present data

• reports on the status of research activities

• Modify and perform experiments from start to finish

• Oversee students in the lab as assigned

• Set up, operate and maintain lab equipment

• Other duties as assigned  

Qualifications

• You hold a bachelor or masters degree in 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 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. 

Reed College replies to every candidate. We will confirm that your application is received, and if you are not selected, we will let you know as soon as possible.

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.