Professional Aide

Michigan State University; Michigan; Hybride; USD 21 000 - 34 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Michigan State University is seeking a professional aide to support a wildlife health project. The role involves project logistics for wildlife population surveys, data collection, data analysis, and the writing of summary reports and manuscripts.

This is a temporary or on-call position with flexible hours (18–40 per week) and travel to various locations on and off campus. The position is remote-friendly, though duties may require on-site work as mutually agreed.

Qualifications

• MS preferred with strong track record in wildlife projects in North America
• Experience with wildlife health metrics and population surveys
• Proficiency in field methods for collecting wildlife health data
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative multi-disciplinary teams

Responsabilités

• Manage project logistics for wildlife population surveys.
• Collect and analyze population health data.
• Prepare summary reports and manuscripts for publication.

Connaissances

Population estimation

Quantitative data analysis

Scientific writing

Collaborative teamwork

Formation

Master's degree (MS) in a relevant field

Description du poste

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

Assistant for project logistics and survey training, data analysis, and writing of summary reports and manuscripts for a project examining wildlife population health in North America.

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship now or in the future
• This position is traveling to various locations on and off campus, a valid driver's license is necessary

Hours can range from 18-40 per-week

Desired Qualifications

The primary responsibility of the professional aide will be project logistics for wildlife population surveys and data collection, data analysis and writing of summary reports and manuscripts regarding wildlife population health metrics, and supporting state wildlife agency wildlife health capacity and planning. The applicant should have proficiency in field approaches for collecting wildlife health metrics such as population estimation, quantitative data analysis, scientific writing, and experience working in collaborative teams. The applicant should preferably have an MS and a strong record of work on similar projects related to wildlife management and wildlife population health in North America.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.