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Job ID: 208747

Research Assistant
Auburn University


Date Posted Apr. 10, 2023
Title Research Assistant
University Auburn University
Auburn, AL, United States
Department Forestry Wildlife and Environment
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Professional Staff
  • Environmental Sciences/Ecology/Forestry
 
 
Job Summary
Researchers from the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment at Auburn University are implementing a 4-year project to understand the impacts of historical management activities on biodiversity of Alabama wildlife and to inform future approaches to habitat management on state lands. As part of this project, we are seeking a research assistant who will assist with coordinating all field- and office-based aspects of the project. This is a 4-year limited term appointment funded by extramural funds. Continued employment is contingent on the availability of funding and satisfactory performance.

About Auburn: Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years! Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn.
 
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Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit www.auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

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.
Essential Functions
Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
  • Purchasing and maintaining field and lab equipment
  • Organizing field sampling logistics including permits, vehicles, and field housing
  • Coordinate all aspects of data management, including developing data sheets and data entry, proofing, managing, and analysis
  • Participate in field-based sampling efforts for birds, mammals, and vegetation
  • Ensuring field vehicles are maintained
  • Hiring and supervising field technicians
  • Acquiring and maintaining GIS databases
  • Tracking the budget
  • Disseminating project information in the form of reports, peer-reviewed manuscripts, and presentations
Minimum Qualifications

 

Minimum Qualifications
Education and experience:
Level I: Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Natural Resources or closely related field and no experience.

Level II: Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Natural Resources or closely related field and 2 years experience.

Level IIIBachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Natural Resources or closely related field and 4 years experience, including at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Level IV:Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Natural Resources or closely related field and 6 years experience, including at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Substitutions allowed for 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.

 
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