Research Associate

Texas A&M University; Kingsville (TX); Remote; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-Kingsville seeks a research professional to manage fieldwork and data analysis for various projects. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and two years of experience. The position is responsible for preparing funding proposals and collaborating with local landowners. This remote position will primarily be based in Leakey, TX, contributing to significant research partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of related professional experience.
• Ability to perform strenuous field work in high heat.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct field work in support of research projects.
• Evaluate and apply standard techniques of routine research.
• Prepare proposals for funding agencies.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data analysis

Computer proficiency

Fieldwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Camera traps

Job description

Perform independent or supervisory roles in research activities requiring an advanced level of knowledge in a field of science or learning, are predominantly intellectual and varied in character, and require consistent use of discretion and judgment. Prepare proposals for funding agencies, operation of research equipment including field vehicles , assisting graduate students and other lab/field personnel in research , and working with local landowners to maximize research partnerships. This position will be based remotely in Leakey , TX and primarily out of a field office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Design, plan, conduct and coordinate field work in support of research projects

Evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques of routine research; keep detailed records of data.

Use computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results

Summarize results for inclusion in scientific and clientele-oriented publications.

Prepare and write proposals to funding agencies; maintain financial accounts related to research projects.

Network with local landowners to establish a wide-ranging collective of cooperating landowners for research project needs

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned .

Education – Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Experience – Two years of related professional experience.

Knowledge of -- appropriate field and technical equipment , specifically camera traps .

Ability to -- effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks. Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others. Ability to perform strenuous field work, especially in high heat.

Registration, Certification, or Licensure

Valid driver’s license

Supervision Received/Given

U nder general supervision; generally supervises

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

About Us

Thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) ! We are a public research university located in Kingsville, Texas. TAMUK is the southernmost campus of the Texas A&M University System. It is located 40 miles southwest of Corpus Christi and is within a 4-hour or less drive to multiple metro areas, including: San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and Brownsville- McAllen- Harlingen.

The mission of Texas A&M University- Kingsville is to enrich lives through education, discovery, and service in South Texas and beyond. The university's enrollment of approximately 7,000 students reflects the ethnic diversity of South Texas, with approximately 65% of the students of Hispanic origin. The university consists of five academic colleges: Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, Agriculture & Natural Resources, and Education & Human Performance. The University has the Carnegie classification of: Doctoral University: High Research Activity .

According to Forbes Media, ratings from Javelina alumni rank Texas A&M University- Kingsville among the top 25 Universities in the nation. The rankings are based on alumni feedback about their experience at the institution.

Kingsville, a friendly and safe community , is home to nearly 30,000 people and represents a vital part of the Texas ranching industry with more than 60,000 cattle and 300 quarter horses. In addition to being home to the first institution of higher learning in South Texas, Kingsville is also home to Naval Air Station Kingsville and several Fortune 500 industrial companies.

From its quaint, historical buildings downtown to the longhorn and Santa Gertrudis cattle that graze in the legendary King Ranch, Kingsville still retains much of its unique historical charm while continuing to steadily grow into its future .

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