Full-time OPS technical position funded through the UF Dept. of Entomology/Nematology is available immediately at the USDAARS Center for Medical, Agricultural and Veterinary Entomology to assist in research focused on the genetic transformation of the Asian citrus psyllid, Diaphorina citri (ACP).
Primary responsibilities will involve rearing and maintenance of ACP colonies and assisting in molecular genetic analyses and transformation experiments. Experience in either insect rearing or molecular entomology/genetics is required, and experience or coursework in both is preferable.
Salary commensurate with education and experience - applicants for part-time employment will be considered.
Contact:
AI Handler
USDA-ARS-CMAVE, 1700 SW 23rd Drive, Gainesville, FL
ahandler@ufl.edu
352-374-5793
