Technical Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.

Unit Position Summary

Research Lab Technicians - Kellogg Biological Station (Hickory Corners, MI)

Environmental Research Technicians work on the Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER), Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC) and Long-Term Agroecosystem Research (LTAR) projects at the Kellogg Biological Station in Hickory Corners, Michigan. Technicians collect samples of soil, water, gas, and plants from research plots in all three projects. They prepare samples for laboratory analysis and archiving. They are responsible for entering associated data into spreadsheets. Routine laboratory and field project maintenance, installation and removal of field equipment, and organization of research materials is also a priority for technicians.

Desired Qualifications

Associate or bachelor's degree in biology, botany, forestry or another related field. Candidates must be punctual, efficient, detail oriented, able to work well with others and motivated to work outdoors, regardless of weather.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

cover letter, resume, and three references

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Summary of Health Risks

Those risks inherent with outdoor work, like heat, cold, sun, and insect exposure.

Summary of Physical Demands

Occasional heavy lifting only, not exceeding 50 pounds.