Research Engineering/ Scientist Assistant
The University of Texas at AustinAbout the role
Job Posting Title:
Research Engineering/ Scientist Assistant----
Hiring Department:
Department of Marine Science----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
30----
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt----
Earliest Start Date:
Apr 30, 2025----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Apr 30, 2026----
Location:
PORT ARANSAS, TX----
Job Details:
General Notes
This role is located in Port Aransas, Texas.
Purpose
We are seeking applications for a qualified, self-motivated individual interested in a part-time Research assistant role to study marine and estuary biogeochemistry under the direction of Dr. Xinping Hu of the Marine Science Institute at the University of Texas at Austin. The successful candidate will assist with daily management of the laboratory, including planning, coordinating, and conducting laboratory experiments and field sampling efforts mostly using small boats, and conducting chemical analyses of water and sediment samples. This position may also require helping with preparation of manuscripts for publications and project report writing. This position could potentially become full-time.
Responsibilities
- Plan and participate field-sampling expeditions
- Samples collection and analysis
- Data analysis and assist with reports & manuscripts preparation
- Maintain and oversee daily operation of laboratory and performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- BS in chemistry, oceanography, or related field. Additional education above minimum requirement may substitute for experience requirement.
- Prior experience in chemical analysis of environmental samples (instrumental and wet chemistry).
- Ability to conduct research tasks under a variety of weather conditions, and occasional evening and weekend hours.
- Working knowledge on Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary research team.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Four years of related experience.
- Field experience in marine and environmental research and/or small boat experience preferable.
- MS in chemistry, environmental science, or oceanography preferred.
- Familiar with Gran titration.
- Familiar with infrared analysis of carbon dioxide.
- Familiar with spectrophotometric analysis of seawater pH.
- Prior lab management experience.
Salary Range
$21 an hour
Work shift
20- 30 hours a week depending on the candidate's availability.
Working Conditions
Daily work involves corrosive chemicals and heavy metals, occasional extended work hours, fieldwork can be under adverse weather conditions.
Required Materials
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
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