• Research Associate - Alpine

    Texas A&M University System (Kingsville, TX)


    Job Title

     

    Research Associate - Alpine, TX

     

    Agency

     

    Texas A&M University - Kingsville

     

    Department

     

    Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute

     

    Proposed Minimum Salary

     

    Commensurate

     

    Job Location

     

    Kingsville, Texas

     

    Job Type

     

    Staff

    Job Description

    Job SummaryPerform 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. The home base for this position is in Alpine, TX.

     

    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.

     

    The above 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

    + Conduct greenhouse management and maintenance.

    + Assist with seed production activities including planting, weeding, applying herbicide, and harvesting seed.

    + Assist with conducting native plant evaluations

     

    Minimum RequirementsEducation -Bachelor’s degree in relevant fieldExperience - Two years of related professional experience.

     

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

     

    Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment. 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 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.