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Research Assistant II

Pay Range: USD $37,270.00 - USD $72,540.00 /Yr. Overview:

The individual selected for this position will provide professional support for several research projects focused on the abiotic and biotic factors mediating freshwater harmful algal blooms in aquaculture ponds and drinking water and recreational reservoirs. For more information about the position or the lab, please contact Alan Wilson at wilson@auburn.edu or visit https://wilsonlab.com/

This is a 5-year limited term appointment funded from external sources. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Perform nutrient analysis on water samples using a spectrophotometer
Perform off-flavor analysis on water samples using SPME GC-MS
Perform qPCR analysis on water samples
Perform algal pigment analysis, including chlorophyll and phycocyanin using a fluorometer
Engage in field work to collect water samples
Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory equipment
Maintain inventory and order supplies
Train new members of the lab in various water quality techniques
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

Research Assistant I
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Limnology, or closely related field.

Research Assistant II
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Limnology, or closely related discipline plus 2 years of experience relevant to the position.

Research Assistant III
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Limnology, or closely related discipline plus 4 years of experience relevant to the position.

Research Associate I
Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Limnology, or closely related at the time employment begins; no experience required.

Research Associate II
Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Limnology, or closely related discipline plus 2 years of experience relevant to the position.

Substitutions Allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Possesses general knowledge in field of research, and has strong knowledge of moderately complex equipment, materials and processes related to lab/facility operations, including moderately complex procedures for observation, documentation and data collect

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