Program Assistant (Entry Level)

Alabama-A; Normal (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Alabama-A is seeking a Research Assistant to support longleaf pine/oak forest restoration and wildlife research. The role involves data collection, data analysis, report preparation, and laboratory procedures requiring initiative and judgment grounded in forestry and wildlife ecology.

Responsibilities include assisting with experiments, data management, literature searches, and collaboration with researchers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to ecology, forestry, or wildlife.
• Experience in data collection and data analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in restoration and wildlife ecology research including data collection and analyses.
• Assist in conducting experiments and surveys using tests, routines, analyses, aerial photographs, maps, and survey instruments.
• Maintain study records and prepare data for input and computer output.
• Prepare data for computerized statistical analyses and assist in interpreting results.
• Conduct literature searches for relevant procedures and techniques for lab or field use.
• Prepare project reports and interact with collaborators and participate in joint research and educational efforts.
• Operate field equipment (4x4, GPS, radio telemetry, ATV) and plan for major repairs.
• Care for research animals including birds and herps.
• Train students and staff on equipment and procedures.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Wildlife biology

Forestry knowledge

Research methods

Data analysis

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (any relevant field)

Job description

Summary

Assist longleaf pine/oak forest restoration and wildlife research including such as data collection, data analysis, report preparation, and laboratory procedures, requiring initiative and judgment based on knowledge and understanding of forestry and wildlife ecology.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist longleaf pine and oak forest restoration and wildlife ecology related research, including data collections and analyses involving routine procedures characterized by using independent judgment.
• Assist in conducting experiments and surveys using various tests, routines and analyses, aerial photographs, maps and survey instruments where procedures are defined and results readily determined.
• Assist in maintaining records of studies conducted, organizes data, prepares data for computer input and records computer output.
• Assist in compiling data and generates computerized statistical data for analytical purposes using software; making preliminary analyses and assists researchers in interpreting the data.
• Assist in conducting literature searches to find research information on related procedures and techniques that can be used in the laboratory and/or field.
• Assist in preparing reports/publications of projects, documenting location, findings and procedures used; interacting with collaborators and participating in joint research and educational effort.
• Assist in operating field and experimental equipment such as 4x4 trucks, GPS, radio telemetry, ATV, etc. and perform minor repairs and planning for major repairs to be performed.
• Assist in caring research animals including birds and herps.
• Assist in training students and staff in the operation of equipment and/or in the performance of technical and field procedures.

Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.)

• Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment with the research experience appropriate to the area of assignment; or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of ecology, wildlife, and forestry.
• Knowledge of research methods, data collection and analyses of the fields above
• Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written.
• Skill in analyzing and evaluating data.