Research Technician Position in Coastal Ecology
University of Texas at Austin | Port Aransas, TX, US, 78373Posted 7 minutes ago
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Description
Job Posting Title:
Research Technician Position in Coastal Ecology----
Hiring Department:
Department of Marine Science----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40----
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt----
Earliest Start Date:
May 06, 2024----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2025----
Location:
PORT ARANSAS, TX----
Job Details:
General NotesDr. Simon Brandl's Lab at the University of Texas at Austin Marine Science Institute (UTMSI) is recruiting a research technician to work on a collaborative project related to energy fluxes in coastal ecosystems. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, reliable, and thorough, passionate about coastal research, and eager to help spearhead an exciting, interdisciplinary research project.
PurposeA research technician position is available in Dr. Simon Brandl's Lab, located at UTMSI in Port Aransas, TX 78373 (~3.5 hrs from the main UT campus in Austin). The position is tied to a collaborative project among multiple PIs that will investigate energy fluxes to shorebirds in coastal intertidal ecosystems. Thus, there will be an opportunity to interact with other labs at UT Austin's main campus (Dr. Amanda Koltz, Dr. Matt Ashworth), UTMSI (Dr. Jordan Casey), a local conservation agency (Dr. David Newstead, Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries Program), and a federal agency (Dr. Rick Lanctot, USFWS).
ResponsibilitiesPlanning, leading, and assisting with local field sampling efforts to obtain samples of intertidal diatoms, invertebrates, and shorebirds
Sample preparation and laboratory analyses, including stable isotope analyses, nutrient analyses, microscopy, and molecular analyses
Project management, data management, and budgeting
Assisting the PIs and graduate student with other project related tasks, including meetings scheduling, project reporting, and purchasing
An undergraduate or Master's degree in biology, ecology, marine science, or a related field
Experience with biological research in laboratory or field settings (or equivalent)
An ability to work independently, collaboratively, and with great attention to detail
Experience with stable isotope ecology and biogeochemistry, including hands-on skills in sample preparation and analyses
Experience with molecular techniques (e.g., DNA extraction), including hands-on skills in sample preparation and analyses
Experience with marine and/or terrestrial fieldwork, including invertebrate sampling, sediment coring, or coastal bird surveys
Experience with microscopy, including the identification of invertebrates or diatoms
Experience with basic data management, project management, and budgeting
$35,000 + depending on qualifications
Required MaterialsA cover letter describing your interest in the position, experience, and qualifications (1 page).
Your current CV.
Names and contact information for two academic references.
Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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