Research Assistant position in the Wetlands Lab

Research Assistant position in the Wetlands Lab

The research assistant will coordinate laboratory analyses and field sampling of plant and animal communities in restored coastal marshes in Galveston and Port Arthur, TX. Field work will include deployment of nets and field experiments from airboats and pirogues. Laboratory tasks will include sorting, grinding, reducing, and analyzing of plant, soil, water, and animal samples. Sample processing will include some analytical procedures using a variety of laboratory equipment, such as nutrient and pigment analyses. Additional tasks will include reading and recording results in accordance with standard procedures, data entry and associated computer activities, writing reports, supervising student workers, and performing related duties as required.

Occasional duties will include assisting with field work in other coastal habitat on the Texas coast.

Physical requirements necessary to perform essential duties:

Standing for long periods of time, long periods of walking, lifting 50 lbs, squatting, kneeling, bending. Outdoor activities may take place in muddy, hot conditions.

Education qualifications/training required:

Related college courses in plant and community ecology. BS or higher in biology or related field required; M.S. desired. Work experience (two years) in coastal habitats, familiarity with marsh ecology; experience with soil, water, and plant analytical protocols.

 

40 hours/week, flexible work schedule. Some long field days and occasional weekend work may be required.

Salary: $2100/month

Start date: Immediate

To apply, go to https://tamujobs.tamu.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1333991292851 and search for NOV# 120935