Extension Assistant

Texas A&M University System • Dallas, TX

2d • $2,917 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field. (Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or similar degree).
• Experience with conducting field data collection and the analysis and presentation of data
• Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and technical equipment.
• Ability to effectively utilize computer and applicable software for data management and presentation.
• Knowledge of MS Excel including generating graphs.
• Good writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Highly organized.
• Ability to function as a part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and understanding of the mission and role of the land Grant University System.

Responsibilities

• Participates with faculty in the development of experiments, conducts field and laboratory work, installs and maintains research/demonstration plots under the supervision of a resident faculty member.
• Analyzes and maintains detailed records of data and prepares written summaries of results for inclusion in reports and manuscripts.
• Collects background information to be included in technical and non-technical publications.
• Utilizes computers to gather background research, conduct literature reviews and to generate statistical displays and reports.
• Assist in ensuring availability of proper research equipment and laboratory supplies and procures supplies when necessary.
• Other research or experimental duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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
• Retirement programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level