Field Research Operations Associate

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, Texas, US
Base: up to $3,750.00 monthly ($45,000.00 annual);...
Fully remote
Operate university vehicles/vessels/machinery
Installation, maintenance, and operation
Environmental data collection stations
The Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying and Science at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is inviting applications for a Field Research Operations Associate

Job Summary

  • The Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying and Science at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is inviting applications for a Field Research Operations Associate.
  • This position will work as part of an integrated research operations team and will learn all aspects of environmental, meteorological, and oceanographic data collection.
  • Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.

Matching Summary

The Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying and Science at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is inviting applications for a Field Research Operations Associate.

Salary

Base: Up to $3,750.00 Monthly ($45,000.00 Annual); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage, up to 83% of premium covered by university, Dental & Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Day Care Spending Account, Tuition Benefits, Retirement (TRS or ORP), Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Birthday, Holidays)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • operate university vehicles/vessels/machinery
  • installation, maintenance, and operation
  • environmental data collection stations
  • use of hand and power tools
  • perform field activities in extreme weather
  • work from a vessel

Nice-to-have

  • genuine care for workplace wellbeing
  • critical thinking and proactive problem solving
  • ability to take initiative
  • exceptional attention to detail

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree and Two (2) years of related experience
  • Boating experience and willingness to obtain training/certifications
  • Valid driver's license
  • Willingness and ability to travel extensively
  • Work outside of normal business hours
  • Skilled in using hand and power tools
  • Experience working outdoors in a variety of environments
  • Physical ability to walk up to 3 miles carrying up to 20 pounds
  • Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to obtain TWIC within three (3) months

Work Rights

Not specified

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