Temporary Research Assistant

The Larry Grande Mycological Herbarium at NCSU is a specialized collection dedicated to the preservation, study, and display of fungal specimens. It serves as a repository for mycological research and an educational hub for students and enthusiasts. The research assistant's primary duties encompass assisting with the acquisition, cataloging, and systematic organization of fungal specimens. Facilitating research access to the collections, whether for students or external scholars, falls under their purview. The incumbent will also play a pivotal role in planting and inoculating, and tending to plants within both greenhouse and laboratory settings.

The research assistant's responsibilities will include data collection, data analysis, composing scientific publications, and contributing to the design of the laboratory's webpage. The research assistant will also train and overseeing student workers, ensure proper lab safety protocols are met and undergo inspections, managing procurement, stocking, and the maintenance of laboratory equipment. A substantial portion of the upcoming work will revolve around advancing a collection-based research program. This will involve the meticulous study of historical mycological herbarium specimens, aimed at gaining insights into the historical distribution of plant pathological samples across different geographical locations and time periods. Additionally, a significant focus will be placed on delving into the phylogenetic relationships and taxonomy of understudied fungal organisms, shedding light on their evolutionary relationships and classification.

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