Student Field Research Support Assistant

Auburn University at Montgomery; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Auburn University at Montgomery invites students to join an Environmental Research Project measuring methane emissions at landfill sites in South Carolina. This hands-on opportunity emphasizes field data collection, environmental monitoring technology, and scientific research methods, ideal for undergraduates considering graduate school or environmental careers.

Travel to the Three Rivers Solid Waste Landfill site is required, with monthly visits and periodic field work.

Qualifications

• No prior experience is required; training will be arranged for methane monitoring instrumentation, eddy covariance systems, field data collection and management, and research methods.

Responsibilities

• Travel to the Three Rivers Solid Waste Landfill site in South Carolina

Skills

Enrolled student

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Outdoor work

Job description

Job description

Working experience: No Experience

Environmental Research Project

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 4×4 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 YOUconsider 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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