WS - NSF Senior Researcher - IWS

Pikeville, KY
Onsite

About The Position

This senior student research role involves supporting faculty-led biological research in hydroponic agriculture, mycology, and molecular biology. The role includes overseeing a small team of associate student researchers while advancing project aims through hands-on lab work, analysis, and dissemination.

Requirements

  • Must be a current UPIKE student in good standing.

Nice To Haves

  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • attention to detail
  • strong active listening abilities
  • public speaking
  • written & verbal communication
  • willingness to learn new things.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with day-to-day research activities such as cleaning the lab, operating the autoclave, sterile benchtop work, and hydroponic maintenance
  • Oversee other associate student researchers in their day-to-day tasks
  • Maintain hydroponic plants and prepare roots for testing
  • Assist with literature reviews for related topics
  • Prepare research documents and papers and help guide associate student researchers during the process
  • Perform lab techniques such as PCR and DNA analysis
  • Present findings in oral and/or written form
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