Research Associate

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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.). 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 (Wildlife Sciences, Rangeland Sciences, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, etc.)
• Two years of related professional experience.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.

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

What This Job Offers

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