Research Assistant - Auburn, United States - Auburn

Auburn Auburn, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S3625P

Home Org Name
Crop Soil and EnvironmentalSciences

Division Name
College of Agriculture

Position Title
Research Assistant

Job Class Code
HA01 A/B/C

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
Yes

Limited Term Length
1 year

Job Summary

This is a one year limited term position and is funded from external sources. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds.

The College of Agriculture at Auburn University seeks applicants for a Research Assistant The individual in this position will be responsible for helping implement and maintain greenhouse research trials related to cotton and soybean breeding in Alabama. The individual will be expected to manage field aspects of research trials and supervise student workers.

Frequent travel throughout the state of Alabama will be required.

About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.

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Essential Functions
Essential Functions include the following:

Develops or assists in the development of complex project proposals, plans, and protocols.
Conducts non-routine experiments, investigations and/or studies related to programs and projects in pursuit of new knowledge, techniques and concepts.
Coordinates or assists logistics of research to include equipment, materials, and labor needs.
Collects data/samples related to research and in complex cases.
Records and compiles data/samples.
May instruct students and/or supervise others' research in area of expertise.
Will be responsible for hiring student workers and supervising activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Level I: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Crop Science, Applied Biotechnology or closely related field at the time employment begins. No experience required.

Level II: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Crop Science, Applied Biotechnology or closely related field at the time employment begins plus 2 years of relevant work experience in crop science/plant breeding research practices and protocols.

Level III: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Crop Science, Applied Biotechnology or closely related field at the time employment begins plus 4 years of relevant work experience in crop science/plant breeding research practices and protocols.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities
Must have a demonstrated ability to collect, organize, and analyze data, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment.

The individual selected for this position must be able to lift at least fifty pounds, work under extreme heat and adverse weather conditions and walk up to three miles a day, as field work is a large component of this position.

Minimum Technology Skills
Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Minimum License and Certifications
Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to selection.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications
Desired qualifications include the following:
Proper certification to fly drone
Forklift certification
Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
Greenhouse experience

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$33,300 - $68,300

Job Category
Research

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:
Auburn

State position is located:
Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date
05/14/2024

Closing Date

EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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