Job description
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Biological Sciences
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Job Description
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Under the supervision of
Jess Gersony
, serve as the research technician in the
PLACE (PLant physiology, Art and Community Engagement) Lab
at Smith College on the USDA NIFA-funded project entitled “Understanding drought sensitivity in eastern U.S. forests to inform sustainable forest management practices”. Assist with and conduct physiological research investigating the drought responses of northeastern trees. Engage and collaborate with various partners (e.g. forest managers, community members, other researchers and universities) in the project using a translational ecology approach.
Applications will begin being reviewed on March 12, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Collaborate with various community partners in project development and findings dissemination
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Operate physiological equipment (e.g. Scholander pressure chambers, Vapro osmometers, Li-Cor instruments, sap-flux instruments)
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Collect and analyze data
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Write peer-reviewed scientific journal article(s) and make scientific poster(s) summarizing findings
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Mentor undergraduates in the lab
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Create communication/art pieces related to the project
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: BA/BS in related field; community engagement experience and/or experience with DEI initiatives; driver’s license preferred but not required.
SKILLS: Lab and/or field research experience in related field; Strong organizational and writing skills; demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
This is a one-year, limited term position with the possibility for extension.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is a 1 year, limited term position with the possibility for extension.
In addition to your cover letter and resume, please submit a DEI Statement (no more than 300 words).
Smith College is committed to the values of
diversity, inclusion, and equity
and the work it takes to enact them and we hope that you will join us in that commitment.
For the care and safety of our community, Smith College requires that all employees be vaccinated as a condition of employment and as such, the incumbent will be required to be immunized against COVID-19 on or before their first day of employment. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Individuals may seek medical or religious exemption with HR, but must do so prior to their arrival.
Please attach BOTH a current resume and a cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position . Be sure you have provided all attachments before submitting your application.
You will NOT be able to attach additional files after you have hit the Submit button.
Review of applications will begin
March 12, 2023
Compensation Grade:
Grade X Non-exempt
Position Type:
Fixed Term
About Smith College
Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at
recruiting-u@smith.edu
.
Diversity and a culture of inclusion among students, staff, faculty, and administration are crucial to the mission and values of Smith College. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religions, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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