School of Environmental Sustainability, Research Associate in Wetland Ecology, Non-Tenure Track

Position Details

Position Details

Job Title
School of Environmental Sustainability, Research Associate in Wetland Ecology, Non-Tenure Track

Position Title
School of Environmental Sustainability, Research Associate in Wetland Ecology, Non-Tenure Track

Position Number

Job Category
University Faculty

Job Type
Full-Time

FLSA Status
Exempt

Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

Location Code
SCH OF ENVIRO SUSTAINABILITY (03250A)

Department Name
SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
Yes

Duties and Responsibilities

Loyola University Chicago’s School of Environmental Sustainability ( SES - www.luc.edu/sustainability ) seeks a Research Associate (MS prepared) for a 2-year research and teaching position to assist in the implementation of three large-scale experimental wetland restoration projects and to teach two undergraduate Environmental Science courses per year. The successful candidate will principally work with the research team on three projects: 1) establishing and implementing an experiment within the Illinois Tollway system testing the effects of biochar addition on bioswale function; 2) will work with the team on a project focused on optimizing early detection of an aquatic invasive species in Michigan; 3) will coordinate and implement the mechanical biomass-harvest restoration of 50 hectares of invasive-species dominated coastal wetlands in northern Michigan. The candidate will be responsible for data collection and management, managing and coordinating the maintenance of the SES Softrak wetland plant harvester, managing the research laboratory in the SES, and mentoring SES undergraduate and graduate students in the project.

This is a 2-year full time Research Associate position supported in part by an Illinois Tollway research grant, a Michigan DNR Invasive Species Grant, and through teaching responsibilities within SES . The Research Associate will report directly to the PIs on the projects, and will begin on September 1, 2022 and end August 31, 2024.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
· Assisting in all aspects of implementing the Illinois Tollway and Michigan Invasive Species Grant projects (field restoration, botanical surveys and biodiversity monitoring, biomass utilization, statistical analysis and data interpretation). This includes the field research components of the project – eight to ten weeks summer residence at the University of Michigan Biological Station per year required
· Loyola Research Lab oversight and organization: organization of lab, organization of data, managing lab research projects, ordering supplies, hiring and oversight of student researchers
· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have a Master’s degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Wetland Ecology, Conservation & Restoration or a related field, with demonstrated competence in teaching, field work, research design, sample analyses, statistical analyses, and writing manuscripts. The candidate must have excellent written and oral communication skills, strong organizational skills and demonstrate reliability and leadership within a team. Experience mentoring students is preferred.

Physical Demands
Lifting, Carrying, Standing

Working Conditions
Odors, Exposure to Inclement Weather

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

The successful candidate must have a Master’s degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Wetland Ecology, Conservation & Restoration or a related field, with demonstrated competence in teaching, field work, research design, sample analyses, statistical analyses, and writing manuscripts. The candidate must have excellent written and oral communication skills, strong organizational skills and demonstrate reliability and leadership within a team. Experience mentoring students is preferred.

Open Date
09/09/2022

Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

The 2-year position is available September, 1 2022. Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Loyola University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and promoting diversity. As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a transformative education in the Jesuit tradition. Candidates are encouraged to consult our website to gain a clearer understanding of Loyola’s mission at www.luc.edu/mission/ . Applications from women and minority candidates are especially encouraged.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/21812

Job Number

Organizational Location
PROVOST

Posting Details

Posting Detail

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
10/01/2022

Position End Date
09/30/2024

Open Until Filled
Yes
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents Supplemental Questions

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