Research Specialist I-II

Job Title

Research Specialist I-II

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Harte Research Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

PURPOSE
This position is responsible for field sampling, sample analysis and data management related to coastal water quality studies.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Research
Percent Effort: 75%

• Works collaboratively with the P.I. to develop student work schedules
• Manages all field sampling activities to ensure project success and personal safety
• Operates university vehicles and boats to support field logistics, including transportation of personnel and equipment to research sites.
• Performs sample processing upon return of samples to the laboratory
• Perform other duties as assigned

Functional Area 2: Data Management
Percent Effort: 20%

• Collects all lab data and enters it into master databases
• Performs quality control checks on all data and metadata
• Uploads data to appropriate data repositories

Functional Area 3: Training of team personnel
Percent Effort: 5%

• Trains team personnel on field sampling safety and boat usage
• Documents trainings

QUALIFICATIONS

Research Specialist I

• Bachelor's degree in related field of study.
• Four (4) years of related experience.
• Additional education may be used as a substitute for the minimum experience requirement. Master's degree in related field of study and two (2) years of related experience

Research Specialist II

• Bachelor's degree in related field of study.
• Six (6) years of related experience.
• Additional education may be used as a substitute for the minimum experience requirement. Master's degree in related field of study and four (4) years of related experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES FOR BOTH LEVELS

• Valid Driver's License
• Experience operating small boats in estuarine waters
• Ability to conduct field work under a variety of weather conditions
• Experience operating water quality sondes
• Experience with data management software
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
• Ability to lift moderately heavy objects
• Ability to exert heavy force
• Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends

SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• $46,036.00-$59,576.00 Annual, Approximately
• $3,836.34- $4,964.67 Monthly, Approximately

Note: This position is grant-funded. Continued employment is contingent upon continued funding.