Research Associate

Job Title

Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Institute Of Renewable Natural Resources

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
• Texas A&M AgriLife Research
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
  
  

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!

Position Information

The Research Associate under supervision will be responsible for managing and completing an array of natural resources research projects across a variety of funding sources (state, federal, private, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute field surveys as well as compile and summarize results into scientific and clientele-oriented publications.
• Seasonally frequent travel to field sites that are in-state and out of state will be required.
• Assist and oversee an array of natural resources survey activities, including avian survey, vegetation surveys, mammal surveys, and other surveys as needed.
• Conduct surveys using camera and acoustic devices and process/maintain data.
• Assist with maintenance of field equipment, data entry, and data management.
• Write, submit, and process environmental work plans and final reports.
• Assist with environmental sampling, monitoring, or remediation in support of DOD/Military installation compliance with the NEPA, Sikes, Endangered Species, and Migratory Bird Treaty Acts.
• Other job duties as required.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (Wildlife Sciences, Rangeland Sciences, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, etc.)
• Two years of related professional experience.
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Relevant field experience through internships, study abroad, employment.
• Experience with GIS applications and basic geospatial analysis skills.
• Ability to conduct field surveys in adverse weather conditions for extended times.
• Ability to travel for up to 40% of the year- Experience with plant and animal surveys in desert and grassland ecosystems.
• Familiarity with appropriate laboratory, technical, and field equipment.
• Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to curate and manage data and perform other computer related tasks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to exercise good judgement.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Ability to multitask.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
  
  

Position Funding: Due to this position’s salary having all or a portion of it being funded by grants or contracts, the continuing salary and overall employment is contingent upon the availability of these funds in the future.

Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
  
  

Applicant Instructions

Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

Required Documents

CV/ Resume

Cover letter

List of references

Certifications/ additional documentation

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.