Research Technician #T00566 - Cullowhee, United States - Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University Cullowhee, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Posting Number temp hourly805P Quick Link for Internal Postings Classification Title Working Title Research Technician #T00566 Department Geosciences & Natural Resources Salary Range $16/hr Posting Information

Employees at WCU may be required to submit to campus based COVID 19 vaccination or testing requirements.

The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

The research technician will help with the laboratory and field analysis of the microplastics in water and sediments

Specific tasks include:
(1) the collection of water and/or sediments from local water bodies for microplastics analysis, (2) the laboratory separation of microplastics from sediments using oil and/or zinc chloride methods, (3) the characterization of microplastic shape, size, density, and composition using microscopic and fluorescent methods, and (4) the manipulations of the data using Excel and other software programs.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

General understanding of Microsoft Excel and laboratory practices.

Minimum Qualifications

B.A. or B.S. in geology, hydrology, ecology or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience with microplastics analysis and microscopes.

Posting Text

Open Date 05/26/2022 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must apply online.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.

Please Note:
Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.

Background/E-Verify

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

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To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Credential Verification

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment.

Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

AA/EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina.

Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call or email at

University Safety

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