Inside Higher Ed · 2 days ago
Biological Scientist I
Gainesville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelInside Higher Ed is seeking a Biological Scientist I to conduct experiments focused on the effects of Huanglongbing infection on citrus fruit quality. The role involves data collection, analysis, and supporting colleagues in refining experiments to meet research objectives.
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Responsibilities
Conduct experiments to investigate the effects of Huanglongbing infection on citrus fruit quality, including treatment applications in greenhouse and groves
Assess the efficacy of trunk injection of antibiotics and plant growth regulators on improving fruit quality and growth
Driving to site locations will be required
Utilize existing experimental protocols to evaluate the impact of horticultural management practices on tree and fruit growth and development
Support colleagues in refining experiments, ensuring that research objectives are met and that experiments are conducted efficiently and effectively
Collect data on various trees, fruit, and soil parameters, including but not limited to fruit quality and yield, tree growth and development, soil moisture and nutrient levels, pest and disease incidence
Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of research protocols, data collection methods, and results
Use specialized equipment, such as spectrophotometers, gas exchange systems, and plant growth chambers, to collect data on plant physiological parameters
Assist with data entry and management, ensuring that data is accurately recorded and stored in a secure and accessible manner
Analyze data using statistical software such as R, SAS, SigmaPlot, and other applications
Produce preliminary tabular and graphical displays of data collected, including means, standard deviations, and statistical comparisons
Conduct basic statistical modeling and data visualization to identify trends and patterns in the data
Writes bi-weekly reports on experiments executed
Supervises domestic student interns who are helping with project
Help order lab supplies, as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related life science field
Preferred
Master of Science in Horticulture, Soil Science, Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, Agriculture, or related discipline
Experience with citrus research
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
Founded in 2004
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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unknown2022-01-10Acquired
2006-08-31Series Unknown
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Stephanie Shweiki
Director, Foundation Partnerships
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