botany laboratory assistant

Western Botanicals

<p><b>About Western Botanicals</b></p><p>About Us the company, WB Blends is a growing dietary supplement contract manufacturer located in Spanish Fork Utah just outside of Provo. The company has grown significantly in the past few years and is fully anticipating continued rapid growth. We have a great company culture and are committed to the success of both the company and the team members. If you are seeking a new opportunity with room to grow, be a part of a driven &amp; collaborative team and enhance your skillset in the dietary supplement industry apply today.</p><p><b>Job Overview:</b></p><p>Laboratory Technician (botanical focus) is responsible for performing operations of a laboratory, ensuring compliance, quality, safety, and accuracy of testing with a focus on botanical identification through HPTLC, botanical microscopy, etc.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><i><b>Compliance and Quality:</b></i></li><li>Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards (e.g., CLIA).</li><li>Ensuring accurate and reliable test results.</li><li>Participating in proficiency testing programs.</li><li><i><b>Botanical Identification:</b></i></li><li>Proficiency in HPTLC including</li><li>preparation of samples, mobile phases and derivatization regents.</li><li>Execution of HPTLC methods of analysis.</li><li>Interpretation of HPTLC results.</li><li><i><b>Technical Expertise:</b></i></li><li>Proficiency in operating all laboratory equipment and test methods.</li><li>Interpreting laboratory test results.</li><li><i><b>Other Duties:</b></i></li><li><i>Collaborating with cross-functional teams.</i></li><li><i>Maintaining a safe and eKective laboratory environment</i></li></ul><p><b>Skills and Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><i><b>Education:</b></i></li><li>Minimum Bachelor degree in Science Required.</li><li>Some experience in a dietary supplement or food laboratory preferred.</li><li>Prefer ISO 17025 experience.</li><li>Botany or HPTLC experience strongly preferred.</li><li><i><b>Skills:</b></i></li><li><i>Strong record-keeping skills.</i></li><li>Ability to create and follow protocols and procedures.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Excellent computer skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li><i><b>Other</b></i></li><li><i>Must be able to lift up to 50lbs occasionally.</i></li><li><i>Must be willing to work in a manufacturing facility and setting.</i></li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>ISO 17025: 1 year (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Laboratory Technician - Botanical Focus

Oregon State University

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Faculty Research Assistant (Plant Pathology)</b></h2>
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</b></h3><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Please see Special Instructions for more details.</b></h3>
<div>When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:<br>
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1) A Curriculum Vitae<br>
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2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.<br>
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You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.<br>
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For additional information please contact:<br>
Kate Baldino<br>
<b>Katelyn.baldino@usda.gov</b><br>
541-442-2152</div><div><br>
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.<br>
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OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.<br>
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Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.<br>
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OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has &ldquo;critical or security-sensitive&rdquo; responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our <b>Background Checks</b> website including the <b>for candidates</b> section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU&rsquo;s Employee and Labor Relations team at <b>employee.relations@oregonstate.edu</b>.</div>
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<div><div><div>Position Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Ag Botany / Plant Path (ABP)</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Title</b></div> <div>Faculty Research Assistant</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Title</b></div> <div>Faculty Research Assistant (Plant Pathology)</div>
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<div><div><b>Appointment Type</b></div> <div>Academic Faculty</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Location</b></div> <div>Corvallis</div>
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<div><div><b>Benefits Eligible</b></div> <div>Full-Time, benefits eligible</div>
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<div><div><b>Remote or Hybrid option?</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Job Summary</b></div>
<div><div><b>The Department of Botany &amp; Plant Pathology invites applications for a full-time (1.00 </b><b>FTE</b><b>), 12-month, fixed-term Faculty Research Assistant position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Department Head.</b><br>
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This position will perform plant pathology research on the biology and epidemiology of <i>Erysiphe necator</i>, an obligate fungal pathogen of Vitis species and causal agent of grape powdery mildew in the lab of Dr. Walt Mahaffee. Specifically, the individual will perform research into the aerial transport of fungal propagules in vineyard systems. The goal is the development of instruments and methods to measure the environmental conditions in vineyards and develop novel collection strategies to capture grape powdery mildew fungal spores. Individual will perform all aspects of this research including experimental design, execution, analysis and help with write-ups. Field work may require long work days (&gt;8 hour days) and travel throughout Willamette Valley, OR.<br>
</div><div>College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. There is an expectation that, as part of your role in the college, you embody and advance the principles and practices conveyed in the <b>CAS</b><b> </b><b>CARE</b><b> Commitment</b> document.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>Why OSU?</b></div>
<div><b>Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!</b><br>
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Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don&rsquo;t wait for challenges to present themselves &mdash; we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.<br>
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<b>FACTS</b><b>:</b><br>
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<ul><li> Top 1.4% university in the world</li></ul>
<b>&bull; </b>More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined<br>
<ul><li>1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.</li><li> 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties</li></ul>
<b>&bull;</b> 7 <b>cultural resource centers</b> that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone<br>
<b>&bull;</b> 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates<br>
<b>&bull; </b>35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color<br>
<ul><li>217k+ alumni worldwide</li><li> For more interesting facts about OSU visit: <b>https://oregonstate.edu/about</b></li></ul><br>
<b>Locations:</b>
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Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.<br>
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Oregon State&rsquo;s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America&rsquo;s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.<br>
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<b>Total Rewards Package:</b><br>
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Oregon State University offers a <b>comprehensive benefits package</b> with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:<br>
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<b>&bull;</b> Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.<br>
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<b>&bull; </b>Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.<br>
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<ul><li> Retirement savings paid by the university.</li></ul><br>
<b>&bull;</b> A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
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<b>&bull;</b> Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.<br>
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<b>&bull; </b>Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.<br>
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<ul><li>Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.</li></ul><br>
Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU&rsquo;s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.<br>
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<b>2025 Best Place for Working Parents&reg; Designation!</b><br>
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Future and current OSU employees can use the <b>Benefits Calculator</b> to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.</div>
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<div><div><b>Key Responsibilities</b></div>
<div><div><b>50% lab research</b> (culturing fungal obligate plant pathogens; design and 3-D printing of novel environmental sampling devices; construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting of low energy meteorological systems; molecular detection assay development and execution; disease bioassay development and execution; development of automated image analysis systems; reagent preparation; general lab maintenance; troubleshooting and maintenance of lab equipment).<br>
</div><div><b>25% field research</b> (set up and maintenance of meteorological monitoring systems and automated air sampling devices; development and testing of comparative field sampling techniques; extensive field sample collections; assist with general research vineyard maintenance) requires driving vehicle to field locations.<br>
</div><div><b>20% analysis and writing</b> (data entry, data analysis, contributions to the publication of research findings in grant reports and peer reviewed journals)<br>
</div><div><b>5%</b> Some oversight of hourly help may be necessary. Interface with farm and greenhouse managers will likely happen.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>What You Will Need</b></div>
<div><ul><li>BS degree in Botany or Plant Pathology from an accredited college or university.</li>
<li>Familiarity with plant pathology research and 2 years research experience.</li>
<li>A background in biological sciences.</li>
<li>Knowledge of and experience with Python, C, C++ coding languages.</li>
<li>Experience with 3-D printing design and execution.</li>
<li>Experience collecting field research data.</li>
<li>Knowledge of or experience with experimental design and statistical analysis.</li>
<li>Experience summarizing and writing research findings.</li>
<li>Good management skills and ability to work both individually and as part of a team.</li>
<li>Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with a diverse group of colleagues</li><br>
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Must be able to pass a background check clearance to work in a USDA facility.</div><div></div><div><br>
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver&rsquo;s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.<br>
</div><div>This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>What We Would Like You to Have</b></div>
<ul><li>Experience working with fungal plant pathogens, specifically obligate fungal biotrophs.</li>
<li>Experience maintaining grape plants under greenhouse and field settings.</li>
<li>Aseptic technique</li>
<li>Media Preparation</li>
<li>Experience in preparing laboratory reagents, chemicals, stocks</li>
<li>Ability to maintain good laboratory records and enter data</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to summarize and report research findings</li>
<li>Ability to troubleshoot and improve laboratory procedures</li>
<li>Experience in the operation of laboratory instruments such as autoclaves, centrifuge, balance, pipets, pH meter</li>
<li>Ability to adjust, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment</li>
<li>Experience working with meteorological equipment in lab or field settings</li>
<li>Experience working with ImageJ and ImageJ macros</li>
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<div><div><b>Working Conditions / Work Schedule</b></div>
<div><div>Plant pathology research laboratory, greenhouses, research and commercial vineyards.<br>
</div><div>8 hour work day, 5 days/week.<br>
</div><div>Field work schedules may diverge from the normal 8-hour workday and will require travel throughout the Willamette Valley, OR. It will also require traversing rugged terrain, working in cold and hot climates, and intermittent heavy lifting.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>Pay Method</b></div> <div>Salary</div>
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<div><div><b>Pay Period</b></div> <div>1st through the last day of the month</div>
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<div><div><b>Pay Date</b></div> <div>Last working day of the month</div>
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<div><div><b>Recommended Full-Time Salary Range</b></div> <div>$46,620 to $50,000</div>
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<div><div><b>Link to Position Description</b></div>
<div><b>https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/178203</b></div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Detail Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>P09800UF</div>
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<div><div><b>Number of Vacancies</b></div> <div>1</div>
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<div><div><b>Anticipated Appointment Begin Date </b></div><div>05/18/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Anticipated Appointment End Date</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Posting Date</b></div> <div>03/18/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Full Consideration Date</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Closing Date</b></div> <div>03/25/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search</b></div> <div>Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants</div>
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<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants
</b></div><div><div>When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:<br>
</div><div>1) A Curriculum Vitae<br>
</div><div>2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.<br>
</div><div>You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.<br>
</div><div>For additional information please contact:<br>
Kate Baldino<br>
<b>Katelyn.baldino@usda.gov</b><br>
541-442-2152</div><div>
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.<br>
</div><div>OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.<br>
<br>
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.<br>
<br>
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has &ldquo;critical or security-sensitive&rdquo; responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our <b>Background Checks</b> website including the <b>for candidates</b> section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU&rsquo;s Employee and Labor Relations team at <b>employee.relations@oregonstate.edu</b>.</div></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Questions</b></h2></div></div><p></p>

Faculty Research Assistant (Plant Pathology)

The University of Michigan

<p></p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2><p>
Applicants must submit a current resume and a brief cover letter that contains the following information:</p><ul><li>
Availability for the semester for which they are applying</li><li>
A list of BIO lab courses they have completed at UM-Flint or equivalent courses from a different institution</li><li>
Contact information of a Biology Department faculty member who is recommending them</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary</b></h2><p>
The Biology Department at the University of Michigan-Flint is seeking motivated students to join our team as Laboratory Assistants in our teaching labs for the Fall 2026 semester. These semester-based positions offer a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic laboratory setting, supporting faculty and students while developing practical skills in science education.</p><p>
Laboratory Assistants work under the direct supervision of the Natural Sciences Laboratory Supervisor and their assigned course instructor.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Responsibilities*</b></h2><p>
The primary responsibility of the Laboratory Assistant is to support faculty during teaching labs. Key duties include:</p><ul><li>
Answering student questions regarding lab activities</li><li>
Providing guidance with laboratory set up and procedures</li><li>
Offering support with laboratory setup and ensuring all procedures are followed accurately</li><li>
Promoting and maintaining proper laboratory practices</li><li>
Maintaining cleanliness of lab space by performing basic housekeeping tasks</li><li>
Restocking supplies as needed to ensure a smooth flow of the lab session</li><li>
Monitoring and enforcing adherence to all safety protocols</li></ul><p>
Additionally, this role may involve assisting faculty with material preparation before their assigned lab sections. Tasks may include setting up lab stations, ensuring proper lab maintenance, and restocking inventory as required.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Required Qualifications*</b></h2><ul><li>
Must be a currently enrolled UM-Flint student or recently graduated, within the last 6 months and not enrolled in a graduate program</li><li>
Successful completion and understanding of the course that is being assigned, equivalent experience, or higher level biology labs</li><li>
A demonstrated ability to apply laboratory safety rules</li><li>
Must be friendly and approachable to all members of the classroom</li><li>
Recommendation by a Biology Department lab instructor</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Desired Qualifications*</b></h2><ul><li>
Excellent communication skills</li><li>
A strong understanding of the material being presented</li><li>
Ability to troubleshoot issues that may arise in the lab</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Modes of Work</b></h2><p>
Onsite<br>
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan</p><p>
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Background Screening</b></h2><p>
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Application Deadline</b></h2><p>
Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
U-M EEO Statement</b></h2><p>
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Opening ID</b></h3>
<div><p>275061</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Working Title</b></h3>
<div><p>Biology Laboratory Assistant (STUDENT/WORK STUDY)</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Title</b></h3>
<div><p>LABORATORY ASST (TEMP)</p>
</div></div><p>Flint, MI</p>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Full/Part Time</b></h3>
<div><p>Part-Time</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Regular/Temporary</b></h3>
<div><p>Temporary</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>FLSA Status</b></h3>
<div><p>Nonexempt</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Organizational Group</b></h3>
<div><p>Flint Cas</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Posting Begin/End Date</b></h3>
<div><p>3/19/2026 - 9/01/2026</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Salary</b></h3>
<div><p>$15.00 - $15.60</p></div></div></div>

Biology Laboratory Assistant (STUDENT/WORK STUDY)

Shady Grove Fertility

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  Build What Matters Most&mdash;Families, Futures, And Your Career
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 Enjoy meaningful work while contributing to an organization that changes lives every day.
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  US Fertility
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 , the nation&rsquo;s leading partnership of physician-led fertility practices, is redefining what it means to build a career in reproductive medicine.
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 Our team members choose to build their career home at US Fertility because of the
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  Shady Grove Fertility
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 We have an immediate opening for an
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 This role provides the opportunity to grow within a nationally respected organization while remaining closely connected to the patients and teams you support every day.
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  How You&rsquo;ll Contribute
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  In This Role, The Embryology Lab Assistant Will
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   Assist with the preparation and cleaning of lab equipment and supplies
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   Monitor and maintain lab cleanliness and organization
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   Prepare media, solutions, and embryo culture dishes
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   Perform basic data entry and maintain accurate lab records
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   Processing semen samples for insemination
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   Cryopreservation of semen samples
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   Manage inventory and restock lab supplies
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   Follow all safety, HIPAA, and lab protocol guidelines
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   Assist with quality control checks and documentation
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  What You&rsquo;ll Bring
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 We&rsquo;re looking for professionals who bring both technical skill and a deep sense of responsibility to the care experience&mdash;individuals who thrive in environments where excellence, empathy, and accountability matter.
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  Qualifications And Skills Include
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   High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in biology, chemistry, or a related field preferred
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   Prior experience in a laboratory or clinical environment is a plus
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   Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
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   Ability to work efficiently and follow precise instructions
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   Comfortable working in a highly regulated, sterile environment
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   Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation
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  right person
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  What We Offer
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 US Fertility is proud to provide a
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  competitive, comprehensive benefits package
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Embryology Lab Assistant

North Dakota University System

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><p>This is a part-time or temporary non-benefited position.</p><p><b>
Description &amp; Details:</b></p><p>
The Insect Systematics Lab at North Dakota State University is seeking a temporary (part to fulltime) lab and field worker to assist in surveying, collection and preparation of insect specimens.</p><p>
The Research worker will split time between weekly pollinator collections with our field crew in the Sheyenne National Grasslands and lab work at NDSU.</p><p>
Field tasks will include:</p><ul><li><p>
Net collection targeting bees (Hymenoptera: Apiformes) and hoverflies (Diptera: Syrphidae)</p></li><li><p>
Collection of samples from insect traps</p></li><li><p>
Maintenance of field equipment</p></li></ul><p>
Lab tasks will include:</p><ul><li><p>
Pinning, pointing, and labeling bee and fly specimens from the Sheyenne Grasslands and from statewide insect trapping surveys</p></li><li><p>
Laboratory upkeep and maintenance</p></li></ul><p>
Necessary skills will be taught.</p><p><b>
Work Schedule:</b></p><p>
Up to 40 hours/week</p><p>
Starting date: 5/1/26 - negotiable</p><p>
Ending date: 8/31/26 - negotiable</p><p><b>
Advertised Pay:</b></p><p>
$16/hour</p><p><b><i>
Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.</i></b></p><p><b>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></p><p>
Education background: ideally with courses in the biological sciences</p><p>
Experience: Ideally experience with biological field surveys</p><p>
Required qualifications:</p><ul><li><p>
Must be able to work efficiently and independently on lab tasks and as a team in the field</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work safely in the field during long days of hiking on occasionally uneven terrain, and collect live insects</p></li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><p>
(Ultimately, these skills can be taught on the job!)</p><ul><li><p>
Experience with basic insect identification</p></li><li><p>
Experience with insect specimen preparation</p></li></ul><p><b>
To Apply - Applications must include the following materials:</b></p><p>
To apply, please send a resume or CV and a (brief) cover letter to: : deirdre.prischmann@ndsu.edu, gerald.fauske@ndsu.edu, or trebor.hall@ndsu.edu</p><p>
Please include within application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with NDSU, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as your how many hours you work a week and in the past 12 months.</p><p><b>
Employment Eligibility:</b></p><p>
NDSU determines employment eligibility through the E-Verify system: What is E-Verify? New employees to NDSU must present specific identification to determine their employment eligibility no later than their first day of work. To view the identification required, please see the List of Acceptable Documents. You will be required to have one item from List A <b>OR</b> one item from List B and List C.</p><p><b>
About Us:</b></p><p>
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.</p><p>
NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.</p><p>
NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.</p><p>
NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.</p><p><b>
Equal Opportunity Statement:</b></p><p>
NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.</p><p><b>
No Smoking Notice:</b></p><p>
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. &sect; 23-12-10.</p><p><b>
Reasonable Accommodation Information:</b><b> </b>North Dakota State University 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, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.</p>
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</div><p>We collectively acknowledge that NDSU, a land grant institution, on the traditional lands of the Oceti Sakowin (Dakota, Lakota, Nakoda) and Anishinaabe Peoples in addition to many diverse Indigenous Peoples still connected to these lands. We honor with gratitude Mother Earth and the Indigenous Peoples who have walked with her throughout generations. We will continue to learn how to live in unity with Mother Earth and build strong, mutually beneficial, trusting relationships with Indigenous Peoples of our region. (see www.ndsu.edu/inclusioncouncil/native_american_initiatives/).</p></div></div></div></div></div>

Insect Pollinator Field and Laboratory Assistant

Jake's Jungle

<p>Assistant Cultivation Technician</p><p>Job Type: Full-Time</p><p>Job Description</p><p>We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Assistant Cultivation Technician to join our cannabis cultivation team in Choctaw, OK. This is a hands-on role supporting daily grow operations in a fast-paced indoor facility.</p><p>No previous cannabis or agriculture experience is required &mdash; we will train the right candidate on the job.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist lead cultivation technicians with daily tasks as directed</li><li>Maintain a clean and organized grow environment across multiple rooms</li><li>Follow verbal and written instructions for standard operating procedures</li><li>Handle physically demanding tasks including lifting, bending, standing for extended periods, and working in warm/humid conditions</li><li>Adhere to all state and facility compliance requirements at all times</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Reliable transportation to and from the facility</li><li>Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions</li><li>Ability to perform physically demanding labor in an indoor cultivation environment (lifting up to</li></ul><p>50 lbs, standing/bending for extended periods)</p><ul><li>Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid OMMA Worker&rsquo;s License (can be acquired after hire)</li><li>Must be 21 years of age or older</li><li>Must pass a background check in accordance with state regulations</li></ul><p>No previous cannabis or agriculture experience needed!</p><p>We provide comprehensive on-the-job training. A strong work ethic and willingness to learn are what matter most.</p><p>Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)</p><ul><li>Previous experience in agriculture, horticulture, landscaping, warehouse, or manual labor roles</li><li>Familiarity with indoor growing environments</li><li>Basic knowledge of plant biology</li></ul><p>What We Offer</p><ul><li>Hands-on training in cannabis cultivation from experienced growers</li><li>Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding operation</li><li>Consistent full-time schedule</li><li>A supportive team environment</li></ul><p>Schedule</p><p>Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM &ndash; 4:00 PM.</p><p>To apply, submit your resume through Indeed. We look forward to hearing from you!</p><p>Pay: $18.00 per hour</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Cultivation Technician- Assistant Jakes Jungle

Woodwell Climate Research Center

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 Mission:Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell Climate) conducts science for solutions at the nexus of climate, people, and nature. We partner with leaders and communities for just meaningful impact to address the climate crisis.
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 Woodwell Climate is a rapidly growing, top-ranked, independent non-profit climate research institute whose mission is to advance science-based climate policies through scientific research and outreach. Our world-leading research helps individuals, organizations, corporations, communities, and nations understand the realities of climate change, recognize the impact on our planet, and embrace the urgent action needed to safeguard the future of life on Earth.
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 Join the Center&rsquo;s 2026 Summer Internship Program on the Water team as a full-time field research assistant intern in aquatic ecology and water chemistry. The Research Assistant Intern will conduct field work on a project that measures water quality in Buzzards Bay estuaries using both wet chemistry and continuously-recording dataloggers. Field work will involve water collections in shallow estuaries, deployment, and maintenance of both loggers at fixed locations and loggers deployed on robotic gliders. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes Scientists from the Woodwell Center, the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and scientists at the Buzzards Bay Coalition, a regional non-profit organization. In this role, the intern will gain experience through field and laboratory work across fields including water chemistry, data management, and data analysis of the factors that control estuarine water quality.
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 Perform complex water quality analyses under the supervision of a Project Laboratory Manager.
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 Assists Project Laboratory Manager in sample receipt, sample processing including filtering, and bottle prep for water collections.
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 Works under general direction of Research Associate and within standard operating procedures
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 Maintains organized and up-to-date digital (files, spreadsheets) and printed (laboratory notebooks and related documents) records for tracking information including sample data.
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 Prepares computer spreadsheets, input data, performs mathematical calculations and basic quality analysis and quality control protocols
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 Perform mathematical calculations
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 Provide organized, thoughtful, and thorough analysis
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 Listen, communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of people
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 Proficiently perform computerized word processing, comprehension, summarizing and writing/editing
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 Assist in preparing for and organizing field surveys
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 Perform quality control, organization, and analysis of field-collected plant and environmental data
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 Performs other duties as assigned
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 Assist in preparing for and organizing field surveys
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 Work on site at the Woodwell Climate Science Center
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  Must Have The Following Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
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 Prior experience in water quality analyses, sampling techniques and requirements
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 Hands-on expertise in the operation, calibration and maintenance of analytical equipment, including fluorometers, spectrophotometers, nutrient auto-analyzer (e.g., SEAL), elemental analyzer
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 Sample receiving, sample analyses, data management, and any other related duties
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 Demonstrated organizational skills, the ability to work as a member of a team, and the ability to communicate with colleagues and general public
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 Ability to work independently as well as productively as part of a team
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 Familiarity with best practices for field safety
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 Basic proficiency with word processing, data management and presentation software Microsoft Office or Google Workstation (e.g., Word/Docs, Excel/Sheets, and PowerPoint/Slides or equivalent programs)
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 Capable of rigorous outdoor activity (lifting approx. 40 pounds, bending, carrying heavy equipment, and walking through uneven terrain.)
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  Some Experience With The R Programming Language Preferred
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 Must possess a valid US driver license for the last two years and qualify to drive Woodwell Climate Science Center vehicles
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 Enrolled and/or appropriate coursework within Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Marine Biology or Natural Resources.
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 Reaching overhead
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 The functions of this role are conducted indoors and some outdoors:
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 A variety of environments, but primarily indoors
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 Application review will be ongoing
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 Desired Start Date: June 2026 for 11 weeks
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 Hours of Work: This role is paid on an hourly basis. Typically, full-time employees work 40 hours during a Monday through Friday workweek.
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 Application Instructions: To apply, please complete the application, attach your resume and cover letter addressing your experience and qualifications in relation to the responsibilities of this position in a single PDF to our career&rsquo;s portal. All resumes without cover letters will not be reviewed.
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 Please visit Woodwell's website to learn more about Woodwell&rsquo;s work.
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 Located on a 10-acre campus near the village of Woods Hole, the Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell) is a private, non-profit research center. Woodwell is a leading source of climate science that drives the urgent action needed to solve climate change. Woodwell has 100+ staff members and is excited to welcome new employees to this work.
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 Woodwell is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information. Woodwell is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.
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Research Assistant Intern (Water Quality)

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