Research assistant - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

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The position is located at the Limnology programme in Uppsala and the Erken field station outside of Norrtälje. Travel to other SITES AquaNet field stations (https://www.fieldsites.se/en-GB/sites-thematic-programs/sites-aquanet-32634394) can also be part of the position.

Duties
(1) Analysis of bacterial communities using 16S rRNA amplicon sequencing. The tasks include DNA extractions, PCR, purification of PCR products, preparation of libraries for sequencing and other related tasks. Analysis of bacterial abundance using flow cytometry.
(2) Analysis of samples in the certified laboratory of the field station, in particular analyses of water chemistry of freshwater and brackish samples, including routine controls and calibrations
(3) Sampling and measurements in lakes
(4) Support the implementation of lake mesocosm experiments. Other tasks in the lab and administrative tasks are also included in the position. The research assistant will work together with others as well as independently.

Qualifications required
University examen in biology in biology or related field. Documented knowledge in limnology and microbial ecology. Experience in analyzes of bacterial communities using 16S rRNA amplicon sequencing, including PCR, purification of PCR products, preparation of libraries for sequencing and other related tasks. Experience with flow cytometry to measure bacterial abundance. Previous experience of sampling lakes, water chemistry analyzes in a certified laboratory relevant for the position, and experimental work. The candidate needs to be able to work accurately and should be organized, flexible, service-minded and able to work independently and as part of a team. You must have a very good ability to express yourself well in speech and writing in English because we work in an international environment. A driving licence is required.

Application
The application should include
1) a letter of intent describing yourself and your motivation for this position,
2) a short description of your education,
3) a CV and
4) the names and contact information to at least two reference persons (e-mail address and phone no.). The application should be written in English.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position, available until 2023-08-31. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date2023-05-15 or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala, at the Limnology programme and the Erken field station outside of Norrtälje.

For further information about the position please contact: Professor Silke Langenheder, silke.langenheder@ebc.uu.se, 018 471 27 10.

Please submit your application by 5 May 2023, UFV-PA 2023/1610.

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