Research Associate / Technician (Environmental Studies) College of the Holy Cross

Research Associate / Technician (Environmental Studies)

College of the Holy Cross

Description

The McAlister Lab at the College of the Holy Cross seeks a full-time research associate/ technician for an NSF-funded project studying the reproductive energetics of facultative symbiosis in the temperate coral Astrangia poculata. The position provides an excellent opportunity to continue developing scientific research and communication skills while co-mentoring a passionate group of undergraduate students. Techniques used for this project will include colorimetric assays of biochemical content in eggs and larvae, optode-based respirometry of larvae and adult colonies, PAM measurements of photosynthetic efficiency, quantification of lipid amount and type in eggs and larvae using IATROSCAN, field collection of adult colonies using SCUBA, light microscopy, digital photography and image analysis, and saltwater aquarium maintenance. Learn more about the McAlister Lab here: Major Areas of Responsibility The research associate/technician will work in association with the PI and a team of undergraduate students based at Holy Cross, and a PhD student and postdoc based in a collaborator's lab at Tufts University. The research associate/technician will have the opportunity to work independently on a research project, expected to lead to authorship in peer-reviewed publication(s), will maintain the lab equipment and supplies daily, and will assist in training undergraduate students. Minimum Qualifications The position requires a master's degree in marine biology or a related field (or a bachelor's and 2 years of post-bachelor's work experience), experience working with marine invertebrates, open water SCUBA certification (and the possession or ability to obtain AAUS Scientific Diver certification). The candidate is expected to have a genuine interest in mentoring undergraduate students. Candidate should possess good interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, a strong work ethic and a high motivation to learn. The position is a three-year NSF-funded project / appointment with benefits, pending continuation of funding , with the possibility of renewal. Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter (including a list of two references). DisclaimerThe description above represents the most significant duties of this position but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the factor degrees assigned. Additional information:This is a full time exempt level position. The College is committed to providing competitive market pay for its employees. The College also offers a competitive benefits package for full-time staff, including:

• 10% College contribution to the 403(b) Retirement Plan (1 year wait waiver available)
• Condensed summer 4-day work week
• Tuition & Education benefits
• Wellness programs & ongoing Training and Development opportunities
• Generous paid time off

The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws concerning Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action in the workplace.To review our Employee Benefit Options, please go to:

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:In your cover letter please address how your work might support the College's mission as a Jesuit, undergraduate liberal arts college (see ) and its core commitment to justice and inclusive excellence . Please provide examples of any past work that illuminate your commitments in these areas.Review of applications will begin as received and continue until the position has been filled. The College also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process in compliance with law. Please contact Merrilee Grenier, Senior Associate Director of Employee Relations and Legal Compliance, for questions or to request an accommodation via email at ... , or by calling ....

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