Research Specialist I
Job Title
Research Specialist IAgency
Texas A&M Agrilife ResearchDepartment
Rangeland, Wildlife & Fisheries ManagementProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Austin, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
AboutTexas A&M AgriLife
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
As thenation’slargestmostcomprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System.With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
Clickhere to learn more about howyou can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!
PositionInformation
Responsibilities:
- Implement field efforts to collect data from wildlife on sponsored projects.
- Collate, curate, and analyze data collected in field related to pathogens from feral swine in livestock, wildlife, environment, etc.
- Maintain field equipment and prepare reports.
- Trap, handle, and/or euthanize captured wild animals.
- Operate and maintain safety in all operations of agency vehicles and/or equipment, including firearms.
- Work beyond normal business and/or work on weekends as needed.
Occasional Duties:
- Coordinate and Assist Internal and External Research Partners
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Management or closely related field.
- 4 Years relevant experience.
Required special knowledge, abilities, and skills:
- Operation of off-road vehicles and equipment.
- Use of firearms to euthanize wild animals.
- Safe conduct of animal trapping.
- Use of computers to enter data.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Must lift heavy objects and exert heavy force.
Required licenses, certifications, or registrations:
- Ability to obtain Class C Driver's License
Preferred licenses, certifications, or registrations:
- License to Carry Firearm
What You Need to Know
Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
Position Funding: This position is grant funded and availability is contingent on grant funding.
Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?
When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.
In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit packageincluding the following:
Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
ApplicantInstructions
Applications received by Texas A&MAgriLifemust either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
RequiredDocuments
Please attach Cover Letter, CV/Resume, References &other documents. Any questions, please contact Dr. John Tomecek @ [email protected].
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.