Research Associate

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Perform independent or supervisory roles in research activities requiring an advanced level of knowledge in a field of science or learning, are predominantly intellectual and varied in character, and require consistent use of discretion and judgment. Prepare proposals for funding agencies, operation of research equipment, supervision of graduate students and other lab/field personnel in research. Job location is in Midland, Texas. Position is for one year with option to extend based on grant funding.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, plan, conduct and coordinate experiments in support of various research projects

• Evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques of routine research; keep detailed records of data.

• Use computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results

• Summarize results for inclusion in scientific and clientele oriented publications.

• Prepare and write proposals to funding agencies; maintain financial accounts related to research projects.

• Supervise undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.

• Install, operate and/or repair research equipment.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

Work in remote locations collecting vegetation data. Some data collection may occur under adverse weather conditions.

Minimum Requirements

Education- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Experience- Two years of related professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of - Knowledge of appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment.

Ability to -Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks.

Ability to-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Supervision Received/Given

Under general supervision; generally supervises

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.