Assistant Research Hydrologist

Western Kentucky University; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Western Kentucky University is seeking a highly organized Assistant Research Hydrologist to serve as Lab Manager for the Crawford Hydrology Laboratory (CHL). The role focuses on coordinating lab operations and leading analytical work in groundwater dye tracing research.

The ideal candidate will oversee QA programs, supervise student staff, and assist with field investigations, bringing strong writing and communication to client and university relationships.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geosciences, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related STEM discipline.
• Experience working in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation and data analysis software.
• Strong technical writing abilities and excellent interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day laboratory operations for the CHL.
• Oversee quality assurance programs and procedures.
• Supervise student employees and assist with field investigations.
• Maintain documentation and client/university relations.

Skills

Analytical laboratory experience

Data analysis software

Technical writing

Interpersonal communication

Education

Master's degree in Geosciences or related STEM

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing its students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the third largest public four-year institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 16,293 students and nearly 2,612 faculty and staff employees.

Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community. At the heart of our mission, we seek to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our ever-evolving communities.

Located 65 miles north of Nashville, TN, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, KY, WKU's main campus is in Bowling Green, KY - a city with approximately 70,000 residents. Our population is ethnically diverse, with more than 85 languages spoken in and around Bowling Green, and people from 35 nationalities call our community home.

Western Kentucky University seeks to attract talented faculty and staff who are inspired individually to contribute to WKU's strategic plans and ongoing success. We offer comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents and take pride in providing a workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a tuition discount program for employees and dependents are also provided. Learn more about WKU and Bowling Green at wku.edu/about .

Job Description:

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is seeking a highly organized and technically skilled Assistant Research Hydrologist to serve as Lab Manager for the Crawford Hydrology Laboratory (CHL).

CHL is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in groundwater flow investigations, specializing in advanced fluorescent dye tracing techniques within karst landscape and aquifer systems.

The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day laboratory operations, oversee quality assurance programs, supervise student employees, assist with field investigations.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Geosciences, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a closely related STEM discipline.
• Demonstrated experience working in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, data analysis software, and standard scientific quality control protocols.
• Strong technical writing abilities and excellent interpersonal communication for client and university relations.

Additional Information:

Hourly Range:$24.62 - $25.64

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, may contact the Office of Institutional Equity at 270-745-5121 for assistance. To report concerns related to WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy, No. 0.2040 and/or WKU's Sex and Gender-Based Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Policy, No. 0.2070, please complete the Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Reporting Form. Additional information regarding Title IX, including contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and reporting options, is available on WKU's Title IX website .