Temp – Research Associate I

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Southwestern University is seeking a temporary analyst to examine photographic data and manage the coral recruitment database. This position supports grant-funded research efforts and requires careful data handling and reporting.

The candidate will use computer software to analyze coral recruit data, maintain the database, and contribute to project reports. A Master’s degree in marine biology or related science and at least one year of database experience are required.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Marine Biology or related Science.
• One year or more of database management experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic coral identification.

Responsibilities

• Analyze coral recruit data using appropriate software.
• Manage coral recruitment database.
• Edit and prepare reports.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Database management

Caribbean coral identification

Education

Master's Degree in Marine Biology or related Science

Job description

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southwestern University!

Nova Southwestern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southwestern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southwestern University.

Primary Purpose:

This is a temporary position that consist of analyzing photographic data and manage coral recruitment database.

Job Category:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Range:

$23.076923

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding?

Yes

Essential Job Functions:

Use computer software to analyze coral recruit data, database management, report editing

Job Requirements:

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• 1. Proficiency with Microsoft excel
• 2. Database management
• 3. General Caribbean coral identification (applicant will be further trained to identify coral recruits)

Required Education:

Master's Degree

Major (if required:

Marine Biology or related Science

Required Experience:

• 1. One (1) or more years database management experience.
• 2. Ability to work independently

Sensitivity Disclaimer:

Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.