A full-time technician position is available in the Baucom lab in the EEB Dept at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI. General research in the laboratory addresses plant adaptation to environmental stresses. Duties will include working at the University's main campus, in the nearby greenhouses, at nearby field sites, and will include travel for germplasm collections. The senior research technician will help deploy and coordinate field experiments between five main labs, and will be responsible for growth room and greenhouse plant care and experiments. The start date of the senior research tech would ideally be asap, as we are looking to start field work this summer. The job listing can be found here with more information about required qualifications: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/247672/research-lab-tech-senior-baucom-lab NOTE: This is a one (1) year term limited appointment with a start date of approximately May 15, 2024 through May 31, 2025 with possibility of renewal. Responsibilities Carry out large greenhouse and field studies (40%) - develop and implement greenhouse experiments to monitor plant adaptation to environmental stress. Monitor and maintain the health and welfare of the lab's Ipomoea lines within the greenhouse. Includes general upkeep of plants in the greenhouse and maintenance of crossing records. Adhere to all University of Michigan policies and procedures for laboratory/greenhouse research. General lab maintenance (10%) - Clean and maintain equipment. Act as the primary resource for lab safety management. Oversee undergraduate in basic lab maintenance tasks and lab safety. Responsible for ordering research and laboratory supplies. Molecular genetics work and microscopy (40%) - Perform microscopy experiments, RNA/DNA extraction and basic PCR. Maintain databases of lab Ipomoea seed collections, chemicals, and supplies ordered. Potential trips to collect weed seeds from the field in the fall. Mentor 1-2 undergraduate students (10%) I am happy to answer any questions about the position, living in Ann Arbor, or the UMich EEB department. Regina S Baucom Professor 4034 Biological Sciences Building Dept of EEB University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI 48109 (734) 647-8490 baucomlab.wordpress.com Google Scholar Zoom she/her/hers Regina Baucom (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)