Collections Management Assistant 1

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

1d • $15 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Participates in acquisition and curation of the seed collection, including communication with donors, arranging shipping and receipt of donations, data acquisition and curation, and preparation of seeds for distribution and storage. Assists in preparation of user orders, pulling/returning stocks to cold room, aliquoting seeds and other stocks, and packaging orders. Maintains cell cultures including preparation of culture media, maintaining sterile conditions and preparation of cultures for distribution and storage. Supports the growth of new plant material received as part of the collection, including planting, maintenance, harvesting, and preparing stocks for storage. Assists with laboratory safety in DNA lab. Assists with outreach activities including staffing booths at community events, planning and preparing supplies for activities. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Word required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Word required.

Nice To Haves

• 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• One year of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Word, and relational databases is desired.

Responsibilities

• Participates in acquisition and curation of the seed collection, including communication with donors, arranging shipping and receipt of donations, data acquisition and curation, and preparation of seeds for distribution and storage.
• Assists in preparation of user orders, pulling/returning stocks to cold room, aliquoting seeds and other stocks, and packaging orders.
• Maintains cell cultures including preparation of culture media, maintaining sterile conditions and preparation of cultures for distribution and storage.
• Supports the growth of new plant material received as part of the collection, including planting, maintenance, harvesting, and preparing stocks for storage.
• Assists with laboratory safety in DNA lab.
• Assists with outreach activities including staffing booths at community events, planning and preparing supplies for activities.

Benefits

• Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED