OPS LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II

Ops Laboratory Technician II - 42900413

Ops Laboratory Technician II - 42900413 Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Plant Industry ***Open Competitive Opportunity -- This Is A Full-Time Other Personal Services (Ops) Position*** Contact: Dr. Janete Brito, Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma or its equivalent and two years of experience in laboratory work. College or vocational/technical training can substitute at the rate of 30 semester, 45 quarter or 720 classroom hours for the required experience provided such education includes three courses in the physical and/or natural sciences. Note: If education is being used to qualify for this position, you must provide a copy of an official or unofficial transcript as supporting documentation showing the required coursework. Possession of a valid Driver License.

Job Duties: Data management, entry into laboratory notebook or sample databases, preparing data for migration into database. Assist with data acquisition for grant proposals. Prepare samples, including performing nematode extraction from soil and roots, and specimens for morphological identification, including slide mounting, specimen mounting, labeling, and nematode inoculations, etc. Dissecting roots and collecting specimens for nematode identifications using biochemical and DNA techniques. Organizing, cleaning, moving equipment, disposing of materials, plants, etc., to keep the workplace and greenhouses safe, and efficient. Update the plant-parasitic nematode species files by searching databases and collecting information. Organizing older literature resources and archives. Routine maintenance of equipment and, manage supplies. Assist with research projects in labs, greenhouses, field, etc. Assist building identification tools and technologies: molecular, digital, publications, and physical resources. Perform other tasks as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of basic laboratory safety procedures. Skilled in using a microscope. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to use microscope for long periods of time. Ability to work independently. Ability to compile written reports. Ability to work in a greenhouse. Ability to work outdoors in hot, cold, and humid temperature environments. Ability to walk on uneven ground and work in inclement weather. Ability to lift 25 pounds and bend repetitiously.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida Working for the State of Florida as an Ops employee is more than just a paycheck. Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*); Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com ; State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). For more information visit Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan (Does not apply to previous FRS Retirees); Flexible Spending Accounts; For a more benefits information, visit ; Employee Assistance Program (EAP). *Seasonal and part-time Ops employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to People First at View phone number on click.appcast.io or go to:

Special Notes: Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center View phone number on click.appcast.io). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Location: Alachua, FL, US, 32315 Alachua, FL, US, 32615 Archer, FL, US, 32618 Gainesville, FL, US, 32601 Gainesville, FL, US, 32605 Gainesville, FL, US, 32606 Gainesville, FL, US, 32607 Gainesville, FL, US, 32608 Gainesville, FL, US, 32609 Gainesville, FL, US, 32611 Gainesville, FL, US, 32641 Gainesville, FL, US, 32653 Hawthorne, FL, US, 32640 High Springs, FL, US, 32643 Jonesville, FL, US, 32669 La Crosse, FL, US, 32658 Micanopy, FL, US, 32667 Newberry, FL, US, 32669 Waldo, FL, US, 32694

Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee