Faculty Assistant

lacs.umd.edu

College Park, Maryland, US
Base: $49,072.90 - $138,298.38; bonus/equity: not ...
Fully remote
Manage laboratory and field experiments
Basic principles of ecology, soil science
Programming microcontrollers (e.g., arduino)
Seeking a faculty assistant to manage laboratory and field experiments aimed at improving the sustainability of agroecosystems in the Mid-Atlantic

Job Summary

  • Seeking a faculty assistant to manage laboratory and field experiments aimed at improving the sustainability of agroecosystems in the Mid-Atlantic.
  • The individual will perform a variety of technical and supervisory duties in the laboratory, field, and greenhouse, requiring knowledge of ecology, soil science, and biogeochemistry.
  • Responsibilities include managing field work, supervising teams, installing and maintaining equipment, collecting and processing samples, and maintaining detailed records.

Matching Summary

Seeking a faculty assistant to manage laboratory and field experiments aimed at improving the sustainability of agroecosystems in the Mid-Atlantic.

Salary

Base: $49,072.90 - $138,298.38; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage laboratory and field experiments
  • Basic principles of ecology, soil science
  • Programming microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino)
  • Develop and design standard operating procedures
  • Supervise graduate and undergraduate students
  • Conduct field research
  • Manage field teams and sampling campaigns

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with Teledyne ISCO samplers
  • Experience programming in Python, R
  • Experience with soldering and microcontrollers
  • Experience with Hach LACHAT QuikChem
  • Experience with Shimadzu TOC-L
  • Experience with Hobo Data loggers
  • Experience flying drones

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in biology, agroecology, natural resource management, or plant science
  • At least 4 years field and laboratory experience
  • At least 2 years in a supervisory role
  • State issued Driver's License
  • Ability to walk long distances, lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to work in a hot, humid, wet environment

Work Rights

Not specified

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