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    Job Title

    Research Specialist - II - NRCS

    Agency

    Prairie View A&M University

    Department

    Adloc Cooperative Agriculture And Research Center

    Proposed Minimum Salary

    $3,929.84 monthly

    Job Location

    Prairie View, Texas

    Job Type

    Staff

    Job Description


    Join our team at PVAMU Farm, where you'll lead field experiments to maintain cutting-edge research testbeds and assist extension and county agents in implementing climate-smart practices for farmers.

    Your role will involve conducting research on spatial hydrology, agricultural water management, carbon sequestration, and climate using advanced modeling techniques.

    Additionally, you'll assist the team in data acquisition, modeling, and identifying environmental stressors, while contributing to the writing of research reports, manuscripts, and grant proposals, and presenting findings at scientific meetings.

    Engage in extension and outreach activities as needed, collaborating with fellow researchers, and providing support to undergraduate and graduate students and extension personnel.

    Your work will play a pivotal role in advancing the university's commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service.


    This position may pay more than the minimum proposed salary listed above, depending on experience and/or qualifications of the selected candidate.

    This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.


    Responsibilities:

    • Lead the planning, execution, and maintenance of field experiments, ensuring the integrity of research testbeds for ongoing data collection analysis.
    • Download and analyze data from field experiments and other sources, applying statistical and computational methods to derive meaningful insights and contribute to research findings.
    • Take a lead role in managing externally funded projects, including budget oversight, coordination of research activities, and adherence to project timelines and deliverables.
    • Provide guidance and mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as other team members, facilitating their involvement in research activities. Additionally, assist in writing research reports, manuscripts, and grant proposals, and present research results at scientific meetings.
    • Participates and assists in college-wide events, activities, committees and performs other duties inclusive as deemed necessary.

    Required Education and Experience:

    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Six years of related experience.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    • Strong written and oral communication skills.
    • Strong quantitative and programming experiences in R, Python, and others.
    • Considerable experience in spatial data analysis, laboratory analytical techniques, field research design, and project implementations at different scales (field and watershed).
    • Strong numerical modeling and analytical and statistical skills.
    • Strong interest in working with multidisciplinary teams.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Master's degree or Ph.
    D. degree


    • A Ph.
    D.

    in earth science, hydrology, soil science, geography, eco-hydrology, civil engineering, geosciences, agricultural engineering, or any other relevant academic field emphasizing remote sensing, carbon dynamics, climate change eco-hydrology.


    Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Ability to effectively communicate with faculty, educators, and staff.
    • Ability to organize tasks and prioritize work with minimal supervision.
    • Knowledge of statistical analysis and Geographical Information System (GIS) software.
    • Knowledge and understanding of Remote Sensing Tools and data.
    • Knowledge and understanding of the mission and role of the Land Grant University System.

    Job Posting Close Date:

    • 05/06/2024

    Required Attachments:


    Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application.

    Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.


    • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
    • Cover Letter

    Application Submission Guidelines:


    All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting.

    Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.


    The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted.

    Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at or should you need assistance with the online application process.


    Background Check Requirements:
    All positions are security-sensitive.

    Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

    Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.


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