Research Associate I — Lab & Data Analysis Specialist

Nova Southeastern University; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Retirement plan

Medical and dental plans

Job summary

Nova Southwestern University invites applications for a research-support role that assists scientists in laboratories, operates and maintains instruments, and records observations. The position emphasizes method development, data management, and quality control within basic and applied research projects.

As a non-exempt, on-site role, it involves coordinating day-to-day lab operations, potential supervision, and contributing to proposal writing.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Up to two years of experience in an academic or research environment.
• Must obtain Florida boating safety identification card within three days if operating a boat.
• SCUBA certification and AAUS certification within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Helps design, conducts, and analyzes research projects as planned.
• Oversees day-to-day operations and may supervise staff or budgets.
• Evaluates results using statistical methods and maintains logs.
• Sets up and maintains laboratory and field equipment.
• Acts as a specialist on research methods and equipment.
• May assist in writing extramural proposals.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Science

Complex Problem Solving

Active Learning

Judgment and Decision Making

Speaking

Systems Analysis

Education

Master's Degree in Related Field

Job description

Nova Southwestern University invites applications for a research-support role that assists scientists in laboratories, operates and maintains instruments, and records observations. The position emphasizes method development, data management, and quality control within basic and applied research projects.

As a non-exempt, on-site role, it involves coordinating day-to-day lab operations, potential supervision, and contributing to proposal writing.