Job Description
Posting Details Posting Information
Posting Number temp hourly920P
Quick Link for Internal Postings Classification Title Working Title Research Assistant
Department Geosciences & Natural Resources
Salary Range $16.00 per hour
Posting Information The research assistant(s) will aid in the collection of water samples for microplastics analysis from Richland Creek and in the collection of plastic debris from selected stream reaches in cooperation of several collaborating organizations. The research assistant(s) will also analyzed the water samples in the laboratory for microplastics.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position Background in geology, hydrology, or biology. Ability to conduct field work; general understanding of laboratory analyses; working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Powerpoint.
Minimum Qualifications B.S. degree in Geology, Hydrology, Biology, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications M.S. degree in Geology, Hydrology, Biology or related field; Previous experience in the use of ISCO automated samplers, and the analysis of microplastics in water.
Posting Text
Open Date 03/22/2023
Close Date 03/31/2023
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must apply online.
PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.
Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.
Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.
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