Research Intern

Title: 1457-YN_ADMINPRO - Research Intern Business Title: Research Intern Additional Titles: Location: WSU PULLMAN CAMPUS Employee Type: Admin. Professional ( ) (Fixed Term) Job Family: Administrative Professional - OT Eligible Position Details: Summary of Duties: The Research Intern will identify and define research problems, design hypotheses and methodology to be used in the experiment, design specific phases of research projects, analyze research results, develop conclusions and hypothesis, and present research results in publishable form both in writing and in scientific meetings. Primary focus of research for this position will be in the area of plant-microbe evolutionary ecology and -omics. This person will be focused on nitrogen-fixing interactions between plants and bacteria, as well as assisting with other projects in the laboratory as needed. This is a temporary position expected to end on November 15th, 2023. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if funding to extend employment. Required Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study or equivalent related field experience performing professional-level work with scientific or clinical research protocols. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Experimental and analytical skills; understanding and knowledge of research theory; interviewing experience; excellent organizational and project management skills. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience working with bacteria, nitrogen-fixation, high-throughput assays, plant inoculations, field and greenhouse work, molecular biology, and the R programming environment. Conducting experiments in microbiology DNA extraction using standard and/or high-throughput techniques High -throughput sequencing of the microbiome and bacterial genomes General laboratory maintenance Data Analysis Additional Information: Area/College: College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) Department Name: Department of Plant Pathology City, State, Zip: Pullman, WA 99164 Department Link: www.plantpath.wsu.edu Monthly Salary: $3,375.00 - $4,867.00 In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. For more information regarding Administrative Professional (AP) Compensation at Washington State University (WSU), please visit the following website: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/classification-compensation/ap-compensation-structure/. WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for AP staff visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf. Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/. FTE: 100% This is a Temporary position. Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position with a yearly renewal . Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment. Posting Close Date: This position has been re-posted as Open until Filled. The screening of applicants will begin immediately and remain on-going until a successful finalist has been identified. Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made. Application Instructions: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Required Documents: 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter Time Type: Full time Position Term: WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu. WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's strategic priorities. See here for additional information about WSU's statewide locations. View the HRS Benefits website for details on competitive benefits available.