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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:center'><b> RESEARCH ASSOCIATE I</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:center'><b>Plant Science Department</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:center'><b>South Dakota State University</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> The Plant Science Department at South Dakota State University invites applications for a full-time 12-month Research Associate I position. SDSU actively seeks to increase social and intellectual diversity among its faculty and staff. <span style='color:#333333'>Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoBodyText> <b>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: </b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>The incumbent will primarily be responsible for the operations and maintenance of a newly acquired Illumina Next Generations sequencer and ancillary equipment. This will include ordering supplies, DNA/RNA library preparation for diverse applications, development and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), data management, and delivery to customers. Additional specific duties will entail, though not be limited to, conducting experiments to meet research goals and to prepare grant proposals and progress reports. This position may be responsible for the oversight of duties carried out by hourly and/or temporary employees as well as graduate students and other program contributors.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Master’s degree in a Life Sciences, or closely related field, completed prior to beginning employment, with experience in diverse molecular biology techniques.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Experience with DNA and RNA extractions including diverse PCR and gel electrophoresis protocols. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and master new protocols.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Willingness to work flexible hours when necessary. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Experience running a next generation sequencer.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Experience managing and analyzing next generation sequence data. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Experience writing grants and/or scientific publications.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Experience in experimental design and data analysis.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Laboratory management, including development, troubleshooting, updating SOPs and personnel supervision.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Experience growing plants in greenhouse and field settings.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in'><span style='font-family:Wingdings'>ü</span><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span>Molecular biology experience in two or more diverse biological systems.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <b>SALARY: </b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Salary will be commensurate with qualifications.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <b>UNIVERSITY/COMMUNITY:</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>SDSU is a land grant university and the state's largest institution of higher education with an enrollment nearing 13,000 students. SDSU is located in Brookings, South Dakota, a community of approximately 22,000 persons on the Eastern border of the state. The city has an excellent K-12 educational system. During a campus visit, a tour of the education systems and visit with school administrators may be arranged. The city is also accessible to major medical facilities, has an active social and cultural environment, and has numerous lakes and parks within an easy commute. Sioux Falls, a city of approximately 150,000 persons, is a 40-minute drive to the south. Brookings is also located about 200 miles west of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, a metropolitan area with major design and art centers such as International Market Square, Minneapolis Institute of Art, Walker Art Center, and Weisman Art Museum.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:justify'> <b>APPLICATION DEADLINE: </b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Position is open until filled with full consideration given to applications received by <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>December 14, 2015.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b> APPLICATION PROCESS:</b> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: <a href="https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu">https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu</a>, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this posting.” The system will guide you through the electronic application form. The employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement; resume; and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 or <a href="mailto:HR@sdstate.edu">HR@sdstate.edu</a> if you require assistance with this process. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> For questions on the position, contact Dr. Jose I. Gonzalez at (605) 688-6907 or <a href="mailto:Jose.gonzalez@sdstate.edu">Jose.gonzalez@sdstate.edu</a>. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <span style='font-size:9.0pt'>South Dakota State University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its faculty, staff and students. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing <a href="mailto:HR@sdstate.edu">HR@sdstate.edu</a>. SDSU prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected class in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Administration 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.</span><o:p></o:p></p><div><div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> ____________________________<br><br><b>Jose L. Gonzalez</b><br>Associate Professor<br>Applied Crop Genetics and Genomics<br>Dept. of Plant Sciences<br>South Dakota State University<br>Brookings, SD<br><br><i><u>Regular mail:</u></i><br>Dept. of Plant Sciences-SNP247<br>South Dakota State University<br>Brookings, SD 57007<br>USA<br><br><i><u>FEDEX/UPS:</u></i><br>Seed Technology Laboratory<br>SDSU Innovation Campus<br>2380 Research Parkway<br>Brookings, SD 57006<br>USA<br><br><br>Phone: 605-688-6907<br>Fax: 605-688-4452<br>email: <a href="mailto:jose.gonzalez@sdstate.edu">jose.gonzalez@sdstate.edu</a> <br><br><br><br><br><br><br style='orphans: 2;widows: 2'><br><o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal>Gonzalez, Jose<o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:jose.gonzalez@sdstate.edu">jose.gonzalez@sdstate.edu</a><o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></div></body></html>