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North Carolina State University

Temporary Genome Editing Associate

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Raleigh, NC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/22/2026

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What they do

A Soil or Plant Scientist studies soil composition and nutrition, the impact of soil treatment practices on plant or crop growth, and soil conservation and management methods relevant to farming and forestry.

$74,044 / year median in North Carolina

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Information Posting Number

PG196128TM

Position Number 11ASO3732 Position Type Temporary Essential Job Duties Duties include: Assisting with wheat and corn transformation pipeline, managing greenhouse and tissue culture work to transform plants, recover edited plants, and sequence edits. Includes protocol optimization and fine tuning on specific genotypes. Assist with vector design and construction. Develop Taqman qPCR platform. This is a sophisticated piece of work to develop a high throughput molecular essay that all of the projects in the lab can use as a routine process linked to our databases and trailing system. Working with a senior research scholar to develop binary vectors for plant transformation Working across the genome sciences, Lab and Genome Editing Center to co-create multiple plant transformation platforms and deliver plants through transformation and genome editing in multiple industry projects, including dealing with multiple stakeholders and presenting results weekly. Is Time Limited No If Yes, Appointment Length Wolfpack Perks and Benefits As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

Health Insurance for Temporary Employees Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts , Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

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Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Department Information Job City & State Raleigh, NC Department DEPP System Information Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional Working Title Temporary Genome Editing Associate