Research Associate

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a Research Associate to support applied fisheries and aquatic ecology research in collaboration with the USGS and partners. The role emphasizes quantitative data analysis and preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts, technical reports, and related products.

The position is a 1-year limited-term appointment. Additional duties include study design assistance, metadata review, chemical inventory management, lab safety/compliance, and occasional field and lab work.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a field relevant to fisheries, aquatic ecology, or related disciplines.
• Substitutions allowed: additional education may count toward experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops or assists in the development of complex project proposals, plans, and protocols.
• Conducts non-routine experiments, investigations and studies to advance knowledge and techniques.
• Coordinates or assists logistics of research including equipment, materials and labor needs.
• Collects data/samples related to others' research and, where needed, handles complex cases.
• Records, compiles, processes and analyzes data; documents results in writing and presentations.

Education

Master's Degree in content specific area of research

Job description

Overview

This is a 1-year limited-term position. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.

The Research Associate will support applied fisheries and aquatic ecology research conducted through Auburn University in collaboration with the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and research partners. Primary responsibilities will be quantitative data analysis and preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts, technical reports, and associated research products. Additional responsibilities will include assistance with study design, review of project metadata and data documentation, chemical inventory management, laboratory safety and compliance activities, and occasional field and laboratory research.

Responsibilities

• Develops or assists in the development of complex project proposals, plans, and protocols.
• Conducts non-routine experiments, investigations and/or studies related to programs and projects in pursuit of new knowledge, techniques and concepts.
• Coordinates or assists logistics of research to include equipment, materials, and labor needs.
• Collects data/samples related to others' research and in complex cases.
• Records, compiles, processes and analyzes data/samples.
• Documents results and observations in writing as well as presenting results to others.
• May prepare research results for publication or presentation at conferences to include performing literature reviews and writing results and discussions.
• May instruct students and/or supervise others' research in area of expertise.
• May maintain project budgets and/or coordinate funding.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in content specific area of research.

SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EXPERIENCE: Yes, When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Contract Type

Limited Term

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
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Posted Date

10/28/2026