Research Specialist III – P12

Texas A&M University System•College Station, TX

4d•Remote

About The Position

The Research Specialist III will conduct preliminary research including systematic literature review and data analysis on the impact of global change and insect and food security. This position is a wage position established to accommodate a temporary organizational need and is funded from grant and/or contract funding. The position is for 4.5 months.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Eight years of related experience in a specialized and relevant field of research.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Working knowledge of office software and instructional programs.
Ability to multitask.
Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment.
Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software.
Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Conduct preliminary research including systematic literature review and data analysis on the impact of global change and insect and food security.
Assists with the planning and direction of specific phases of research project.
Compiles, analyzes, interprets, and reviews semi-complex data and metadata.
May collect samples and measurements for experiments.
Provides research expertise.
Reviews, audits, and maintains data collection and summarization of field trials.
Computes projections.
Performs analysis and tests.
Makes and records observations and scientific measurements.
Audits protocols.
Utilizes summarized results in scientific and/or clientele-oriented publications.
Prepares and writes proposals to funding agencies and maintains financial accounts related to research projects.