Paleomagnetism Lab Technician — Student Research Aide

New Mexico Highlands University Portal; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM seeks a Research Aide to support the Paleomagnetic-Rock Magnetic Laboratory in the Geology program. The role provides hands-on lab experience and contributes to an active student-centered research program aligned with the department's goals.

Responsibilities include conducting analyses, maintaining logs, managing confidential information, updating literature and GIS databases, and assisting with related duties.

Qualifications

• Education: Student applicants must be graduates of the IRES experience.
• Experience: Previous experience in research.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation of the paleomagnetic-rock magnetic laboratory.
• Conduct analyses using laboratory instruments after training.
• Maintain a daily log of research activities.
• Manage confidential information.
• Update online literature database and GIS database of studies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Research experience

Education

IRES program graduate

Job description

New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM seeks a Research Aide to support the Paleomagnetic-Rock Magnetic Laboratory in the Geology program. The role provides hands-on lab experience and contributes to an active student-centered research program aligned with the department's goals.

Responsibilities include conducting analyses, maintaining logs, managing confidential information, updating literature and GIS databases, and assisting with related duties.