State of Florida · 1 week ago
OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST I - 42900373
Gainesville, FL
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$16/hr - $16/hrThe State of Florida is seeking an OPS Biological Scientist I to support the Division of Plant Industry Entomology Section. This role involves assisting with specimen collections, processing shipments, and managing data related to biological specimens.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Conservation of collections, as assigned by the supervisor. Replacing or upgrading storage containers, replenishing preservatives, monitoring for pests, labeling storage units, complete processing of incoming materials, discarding unwanted or degraded materials
Sorting and identification of specimens, labeling materials, and other processing of samples to completion for long-term storage and availability
Improve efficiency in assigned areas by helping maintain and organize resources and curation of collections
Process specimen shipments, including incoming and outgoing packages and associated paperwork
Digitization projects, including inventories, data capture and organization, and photography
Other related work as assigned by the supervisor
Travel may be requested to help facilitate activities associated with current section, bureau or division duties, including grant projects, farm bills and/or pest surveys, public outreach, and emergency programs
Performs Other Duties As Required By Management
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in biological, physical, natural, or agricultural sciences
Certain positions within this class require individuals to meet specific federal or state regulations as identified by the employing agency
Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained
Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency
Knowledge of digitization, data entry, and high-resolution photography
Knowledge of current systematic practice and theory, specimen curation and preparation procedures
Knowledge of basic laboratory safety procedures
Knowledge of basic arthropod taxonomy and ability to learn morphological characters
Skill in using compound and stereomicroscopes
Skill to remove tissues from insects for DNA analysis
Skill in using keys and other identification methods
Skill in organization of physical objects
Ability to lift 25 lbs. and bend repetitiously
Ability to use laboratory computer applications (email, data processing, spreadsheet, database, word processing) in a networked environment
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and legible written form
Benefits
Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements)
Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b)
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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