Research Specialist I
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 Wildlife Management or closely related field.
- 4 Years relevant experience.
- Operation of off-road vehicles and equipment.
- Use of firearms to euthanize wild animals.
- Safe conduct of animal trapping.
- Use of computers to enter data.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Must lift heavy objects and exert heavy force.
- Ability to obtain Class C Driver's License
Nice To Haves
- License to Carry Firearm
Responsibilities
- Implement field efforts to collect data from wildlife on sponsored projects.
- Collate, curate, and analyze data collected in field related to pathogens from feral swine in livestock, wildlife, environment, etc.
- Maintain field equipment and prepare reports.
- Trap, handle, and/or euthanize captured wild animals.
- Operate and maintain safety in all operations of agency vehicles and/or equipment, including firearms.
- Work beyond normal business and/or work on weekends as needed.
- Coordinate and Assist Internal and External Research Partners
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
