POSITION TITLE: Microbiologist/#00026400
DEPARTMENT: Plant Pathology
SALARY: Salary commensurate with experience
SCREENING DATE: May 27, 2008
DESCRIPTION: Use molecular genetics to detect potato pathogens and to differentiate isolates of plant pathogens using molecular techniques, such as but not limited to RFLP, AFLP, PCR, BOX-PCR, microsatellite DNA markers. Conduct laboratory and greenhouse experiments on pathogens of significance to the potato industry. This involves the use of proper microbiological techniques to study and identify fungal, bacterial, phytoplasma, and viral pathogens in designing and conducting laboratory and greenhouse experiments. Assist in the development of appropriate experiments, collect and analyze data, interpret results, formulate conclusions and document in a final written report. Communicate with colleagues and fellow professionals. Manage personnel, facilities, equipment and supplies. Follow safety rules, help identify unsafe working conditions, stop co-workers who are working in an unsafe manner.
MINIMUM 
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • MS degree in microbiology, plant pathology or biology with expertise in mycology, bacteriology, virology, biochemistry or molecular biology
  • Minimum of two years experience in a microbiological laboratory working with the identification of microbes, both classical and modern methods
  • Demonstrated experiences supervising two or more subordinates simultaneously
  • Experiences managing supplies in a well equipped microbiology laboratory
  • Experience working in a safe environment with hazardous materials
  • Requires operation of precision analytical equipment such as electrophoresis equipment, PCR engines/thermocycler, fluorescent microscopes
  • Adept at using computers and data acquisition and analysis software
PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience with microsatellite markers, DNA array analysis, diversity array technology
  • Knowledge of plant pathology, plant pathogens, agriculture
TO APPLY: All interested persons should submit the following supporting documents to the Office of Human Resources, PO Box 5345, Fargo, ND 58105 or Job Service, by the close of business on the screening date: 1) standard NDSU application form; 2) cover letter; 3) current resume; and 4) names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references. NOTE: Incomplete files will NOT be considered. Veteran's claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the screening date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability.

NDSU is an EOI. Women & traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

THE UNIVERSITY

North Dakota State University is enjoying a remarkable period of growth and success. Located on the state’s eastern border in Fargo, North Dakota’s largest city, NDSU is the state’s Morrill Act land-grant institution.

Recognized as an engaged university and considered a leader among its peers, NDSU has set enrollment records for seven years in a row. With more than 12,000 students, NDSU encompasses a broad spectrum of curricular offerings, scholarly activity and service. The university strives to be an innovator in information systems, technology transfer, economic development and lifelong learning. NDSU also is home to the state’s first full NCAA Division I athletic program.

NDSU employs more than 700 ranked faculty and lecturers, about 360 administrators, extension educators and experiment station researches and approximately 800 graduate assistants and fellows. In total, the university has more than 5,200 full-time and part-time employees across the state.

The university has a commitment to students, faculty and staff to provide an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and safe. NDSU is in the initial stages of implementing a strategic plan for diversity, equity and community to ensure the commitment. To learn more about the plan, visit http://www.ndsu.edu/diversity/documents.php.

Innovative teaching and learning are conducted in nine academic units: the Colleges of Agriculture, Food Systems and Natural Resources; Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Business; Engineering and Architecture; Human Development and Education; Pharmacy, Nursing and Allied Science; Science and Mathematics; University Studies; and the Graduate and Interdisciplinary studies. NDSU has 106 baccalaureate majors, 51 master’s degree programs, 38 doctoral degrees, eight certificate programs, three professional doctoral degrees and one specialist degree.

NDSU researchers are leading major initiatives in such areas as nanotechnology, microelectronics, polymers, food safety and materials science. In a partnership with Alien Technology Corp., NDSU’s Research and Technology Park is home to the world’s first mass scale Radio Frequency Identification tag research and production facility.

The NDSU Research and Technology Park also is expanding with the NDSU Center for Technology Enterprise, a business and technology incubator that will promote the development of new technology-based companies.

The North Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station and NDSU Extension Service are integral parts of the university.

In 2004, the university added a 75,800-square foot, five-story NDSU Downtown, providing a cutting-edge facility for art, architecture and landscape architecture students. A $10 million project renovated the century-old building to include studios, classrooms, a wood shop, digital media room, gallery and an outdoor sculpture area.

Currently, the university is in the process of enlarging its presence in the downtown area with the addition of two buildings. A six-story building, formerly the Pioneer Mutual Life building, will house the College of Business and the Department of Agribusiness and Applied Economics. A nearby building, formerly the Lincoln National Life building, will become the new home to studio space and faculty offices for the architecture and landscape architecture department.

NDSU, which is one of two major research universities in an 11-institution state university system, is striving to substantially increase the number of international students enrolled at the undergraduate and graduate levels. NDSU also serves people across the state through continuing education and extension programs. NDSU also participates in the Tri-College University consortium with neighboring Minnesota State University Moorhead and Concordia College.

THE COMMUNITY

Named one of the most desirable places in the country to live by Money magazine, Fargo is quickly earning a reputation as a great place to live. Located in the rich farmlands of the Red River Valley, the Fargo-Moorhead community has many qualities that contribute to this reputation, including highly-respected educational opportunities, advanced medical technology, a progressive business community, numerous cultural and arts opportunities, a clean environment and good-hearted friendly people.

Fargo ’s revitalized downtown has gained recent national publicity through such media outlets as the Los Angeles Times, The Today Show, National Public Radio and MSN.com. The reports describe an energetic, contemporary feel to many of the downtown’s trendy restaurants, nightlife and entertainment opportunities.

With more than 175,000 people in the community and about 500,000 people in the service area, Fargo-Moorhead is among the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle and was recently named an All-American City. To learn more about what national publications are saying about the community’s quality of life, visit www.fmchamber.com/community/qualityoflife.html.
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