Agrilife Research

Agrilife Research

Research Associate

College Station, TX · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$12k-$15kDetected 26 days ago
Computer VisionResearchGIS

About the role

  • 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.
  • Research Associate will assist the institute with project planning, development, management, and implementation of research and monitoring projects.
  • Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical expertise, guidance, and management support at Eglin Air Force Base.
  • Monitor and manage wetlands, floodplains, riparian areas, watersheds, and erosion control projects.
  • Implement wetland mitigation programs to restore and protect aquatic ecosystems, including threatened and endangered (T&E) species, aquatic habitats, and employ soil conservation practices to eliminate upland erosion impacts on aquatic resources.
  • Manage spatial databases using ESRI/ArcGIS software.
  • Prepare, develop, and coordinate Air Force environmental documentation, schedule design reviews and provide watershed permit oversight.

Requirements

  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to obtain a valid US driver's license and successful completion of criminal background check required.
  • Required D ocuments
  • Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Skills

  • Proficiency in use of ESRI/ArcGIS mapping software.
  • Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
  • Knowledge of research directing eligibility listing and Section 404.
  • Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment
  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Compensation

  • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
  • Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate's qualifications.

Benefits

  • Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
  • Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
  • 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
  • In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit pack age including the following:

Company info

  • Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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