Water Center Scientist: Instrumentation & Training

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Missouri-Columbia's Missouri Water Center seeks a scientist to join our team in advancing water and environmental research. The role balances instrument maintenance and management with educational responsibilities and active research participation.

You will keep research instruments operational, facilitate access for projects, help design protocols, and collaborate with faculty to publish results while mentoring users and developing educational resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related/relevant area and at least 3 years of experience.
• PhD in Civil, Environmental Engineering, or Natural resources preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage in water and environmental research projects using instruments to gather and analyze data.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, and schedule use of research instruments.
• Design and deliver training sessions for students and researchers on instrument use.
• Maintain records of instrument usage, maintenance, and training; assist budgeting for instrument-related expenses.

Skills

Instrument maintenance

Research collaboration

Education & training

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

PhD in Civil, Environmental Engineering, or Natural resources (preferred)

Job description

The University of Missouri-Columbia's Missouri Water Center seeks a scientist to join our team in advancing water and environmental research. The role balances instrument maintenance and management with educational responsibilities and active research participation.

You will keep research instruments operational, facilitate access for projects, help design protocols, and collaborate with faculty to publish results while mentoring users and developing educational resources.