Research Specialist

Research Specialist

University of Idaho

Appointment Information

Working Title: Research Specialist

Division/College: 3984-COS College of
Science

Department: 834-COS Biological Sciences

Location: Moscow

FTE: 1

Advertising Pay Range: $19.83 or higher depending
on education and experience

Is this position contingent on work and/or
funding: True

FLSA Status: Classified

Type of Appointment: Full Fiscal Year

Position Overview:

Performs research activities and analysis, recording observations
and measurements, and reports results. Participates in analyzing
and preparing results for publication. Works under general
supervision. Duties may include:

• Prepare standard solutions for calibration and analyses
• Interpret test results and comparing with determined standards

and limits

• Collect laboratory or field data
• Conduct research and analysis of scientific data
• Participate in research design discussions
• Perform literature reviews
• Prepare reports
• Compare data and historical records for trend verification
• Develop reference files, comparison charts, and graphs on

research data

• Assist with site inspections and field oversight
• Have little or no supervisory responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

• Following pre-established procedures or protocols
• Collecting and reviewing scientific data
• Keeping complete and accurate records
• Working in a team environment

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in biological sciences

Required Other:

• Ability to work nonstandard business hours

Additional Preferred:

• Experience working in a biological laboratory setting,

including safe working practices and record keeping

• Experience with laboratory techniques, including mammalian cell

culture and/or molecular techniques

• Experience working under BSL2 safety practices
• Experience working with vertebrate animals in a research

environment

• Demonstrated excellent organization, communication and

interpersonal skills

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills to

tackle important biological problems related to infectious
diseases

Physical Requirements and Working
Conditions:

Must be able to:

• Work with toxic, volatile, corrosive chemicals and/or

carcinogenic substances

• Work with human pathogens utilizing BSL2 safety protocols

Posting Information

Open Until Filled: True

Special Instructions to Applicants: Open until
filled. Priority review to those who apply by September 28,
2026.

Visa Sponsorship: No

Degree Requirement Timeline: Degree required at
time of application

To apply, please visit: https://careers.uidaho.edu/jobs/research-specialist-moscow-idaho-united-states

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