Student Field Research Support Assistant

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Auburn University invites applications for a student employment opportunity assisting a methane-emissions project at landfills in South Carolina. You will gain hands-on experience with field data collection, sensor maintenance, and environmental research methods alongside a dedicated research team.

Ideal candidates are enrolled students, comfortable outdoors, with a valid driver's license and willingness to travel about monthly. No prior experience required; training provided.

Qualifications

• Enrolled Auburn University student required.
• Valid driver's license and campus safety course.
• Comfortable working outdoors and with field equipment.
• Interest in earth systems science; sophomore or senior preferred.

Responsibilities

• Travel to the Three Rivers Solid Waste Landfill site in South Carolina.
• Conduct routine site visits about once per month or as needed.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of sensors/scientific instruments.
• Inspect system performance and report issues to the research team.
• Download field data, maintain field notes and visit records.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Outdoor work

Valid driver''s license

Education

Enrolled Auburn University student

Tools

Methane monitoring instruments

Eddy covariance systems

Job description

Overview

Interested in environmental research? Join an Auburn University project measuring methane emissions at landfill sites in South Carolina. Gain hands-on experience with advanced monitoring technology, field data collection, and scientific research methods. Ideal for students considering graduate school or careers in environmental and atmospheric sciences.

Responsibilities

• Travel to the Three Rivers Solid Waste Landfill site in South Carolina
• Conduct routine site visits, typically about once per month or as needed
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of sensors/scientific instruments
• Inspect system performance and report issues to the research team
• Download field data, maintain field notes and visit records

Qualifications

• Enrolled student at Auburn University.
• Valid driver's license, passing the Auburn University campus safety course, and experience with 4x4 truck driving
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with a team
• Comfortable working outdoors under sunlight and around field equipment
• Interested in earth systems science, and a sophomore or senior level is preferred

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• No prior experience is required; we will arrange training relevant to-
• Methane monitoring instrumentation, eddy covariance systems
• Field data collection and management
• Research methods and scientific workflows (if interested)

Why Work at Auburn?

Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?

• Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
• Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
• Make a difference!Have the satisfaction of knowing YOUare a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.

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