Research Associate I/II/III
- Employer
- Auburn University
- Location
- Alabama, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Nov 4, 2020
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Other Science & Technology, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Research Administration
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Position Details
Requisition Number
S492P
Home Org Name
Schl Fisheries Aquac Aquat Sci
Division Name
College of Agriculture
Position Title
Research Associate I/II/III
Job Class Code
HA02 A/B/C
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
Yes
Limited Term Length
1 year
Job Summary
The individual selected for this position will lead field work (i.e., electrofishing, setting nets) on rivers and reservoirs in Alabama, Oklahoma, Texas, and Arkansas working on current and future research projects. Additionally, the person in this position will assist in laboratory work such as otolith preparation and fish aging.
This is a one-year limited term position. Continuation will be contingent upon availability of funding.
Essential Functions
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Lead data and samples collection efforts in the field, including conducting routine field investigations related to funded research projects and assisting with logistical considerations regarding equipment, materials, and labor needs; assist PI in developing a fish aging protocol; assist with training technicians and students; record, compile, process, and analyze data and samples from routine scientific investigations that are summarized for reports; maintain and repair laboratory and field equipment such as microscopes, electrofishing boats, boat motors, trailers, and trucks; and perform other duties as assigned.
Education Level
Master's degree from an accredited institution
Field of Study
Fisheries, Natural Resource Ecology and Management, or a closely related field
Years of Experience
No experience required for entry level I
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Research Associate I: Master’s degree in discipline appropriate to position and no experience
Pay Range: $31,300 – $52,100
Research Associate II: Master’s degree in discipline appropriate to the position and 2 years of relevant experience in research practices and protocols.
Pay Range: $35,000 – $58,400
Research Associate III : Master’s degree in discipline appropriate to the position and 4 years of relevant experience in research practices and protocols.
Pay Range: $39,300 – $65,500
Education Level
Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed.
Field of Study
Years of Experience
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Desired Qualifications
1. Experience with identification of large river fishes of the Red River basin.
2. Experience with sampling fishes across broad geographic areas in field settings.
Salary Grade
31
Salary Range
$31,300 - $65,500
Job Category
Research
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
11/04/2020
Closing Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please utilize the attachment feature of our online employment site and attach/upload a cover letter and resume.
Quick Link for Internal Postings
http://www.auemployment.com/postings/20136
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How were you made aware of this opportunity?
- AU Employment website
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- Disability Assistance Services
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- Professional Journal
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- Walk-in
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- * Please select the answer that best describes your current
employment relationship with Auburn University.
- Not a current Auburn employee
- Current Auburn employee in position less than one year
- Current Auburn employee in position more than one year
- * Do you have a Master's degree or higher from an accredited
institution in Fisheries, Natural Resource Ecology and Management,
or a closely related field?
- Yes
- No
- * How many years of experience do you have in this type of
position?
- 0-1
- 1-3
- 3-5
- 5-7
- 7+
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