Research Technician (2 Vacancies)
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Houston, TX 77058
Description
- 495720
- Full-Time
- Environmental Inst of Houston
Add to favorites
View favorites
Department: Environmental Inst of Houston Salary:
Description:
The Research Technician is responsible for collection of environmental and biological data. Responsible for entry and quality check of data and providing basic maintenance and operation of sampling equipment. Assists with laboratory sample analysis and processing.
- Note: This is a grant funded position. Continuation of the position is dependent upon future funding.
Duties:
- Conducts environmental field and lab data collection.
- Enters and checks data for quality assurance.
- Cleans, organizes, and prepares sampling equipment in support of research and monitoring projects.
- Maintains, calibrates, and operates field and lab environmental data collection instruments and gear and performs related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Two years of experience working in water quality or other aquatic environmental monitoring/research program or equivalent combination of academic and work experience.
- Valid Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Aquatic Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, or closely related field.
- Three years of experience working in water quality or other aquatic environmental monitoring/research programs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of the scientific method.
- Knowledge of basic environmental concepts and common biological sampling techniques.
- Knowledge of calibration and maintenance of environmental sampling equipment.
- Ability to communicate in both oral and written formats.
- Proficient organizational skills.
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
- Ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.
- Ability to conduct physical work in an outdoor environment.
- Ability to work in a team setting.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history and a motor vehicle background check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.