- Assist PI with the extension and research projects listed within the summary above, with primary responsibility found within the wastewater nutrient pollution reduction investigation.
- Maintain records/databases and files of research.
- Assist with grant reporting.
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Research Assistant - Auburn, United States - Auburn University
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Requisition Number S3406P Home Org Name Schl Fisheries Aquac Aquat Sci Division Name College of Agriculture Position Title Research Assistant Job Class Code HA01A Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term Yes Limited Term Length 3 years Job Summary
This is a three-year limited term appointment. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds.
Auburn University College of Agriculture seeks candidates for a Research Assistant
This position is located in Mobile, Alabama at the Auburn University Marine Research and Extension Center with work being done in the Mississippi Sound (AL and MS), Little Lagoon and Mobile Bay.
The Research Assistant will be responsible for assisting the Pl in ongoing, grant-funded extension and research projects including but not limited to an investigation of wastewater nutrient pollution reduction, the Mississippi Oyster Gardening Program, the Alabama Oyster Gardening Program, the Little Lagoon Oyster Gardening Program, and a dense spawning aggregate investigation located in Mobile Bay.
This position will require significant time spent in the field where working conditions can be wet and/or muddy, lab, office, and meetings.
The selected candidate should be comfortable in all. Limited overnight travel may be necessary while one day travel will be routine.About Auburn:
At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S.
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Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.
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Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years.
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Essential Functions
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Fisheries, Environmental Science, or closely related; no experience required.
Certification or Licensure Requirements:
Current Boat/Vessel Operator license required at the time of hire.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Must possess excellent written and oral communication (public speaking), computer, and organizational skills; be capable of working independently, willing to work in all types of weather conditions, and lifting up to 50 pounds during field work.
Valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment is required as well as reliable transportation to sites (with mileage reimbursement).
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Field experience with wastewater nutrients, field sampling, SCUBA certification, and hands on work experience with oysters is desired.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range $33,300 - $46,600 Job Category Research Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: Mobile State position is located: Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 02/12/2024 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.
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