Data Science Technician

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Job Description

The candidate will assist with ongoing environmental and geoscience research and data collection, as well as data entry / processing and analysis under current Department of Defense (DOD) funded projects.

The successful applicant will perform primary job functions and be part of a large, interdisciplinary team in the Integrated Terrain Analysis Program (ITAP), which provides important soil, geomorphic, and terrain analysis capabilities within the Division of Earth and Ecosystem Sciences (DEES).

This position involves the following research support activities :

• Assist with basic geological and environmental data entry, processing, and analysis.
• Assist in field campaigns, equipment setup, testing and maintenance, and data collection.
• Provide support to field-oriented studies that require collection of soil and geomorphic data, often in extreme environments and remote locations.

Other responsibilities may include assistance in a wide variety of Quaternary geologic and geomorphic projects as opportunities and needs arise.

This position is based in Reno, NV.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. degree from an accredited institution in geology, hydrology, or related environmental science / engineering field;
• Familiarity with data science concepts and analytical methods;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Team player with diverse interests and abilities to adapt and learn new skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in the design and implementation of experiments and data collection; and
• Demonstrated skills using GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro).

Compensation Grade

$17.20 / hr, No Benefits

Schedule

18 hrs / wk

Conditions of Employment

• Due to security requirements associated with accessing essential project sites and information, ALL applicants MUST be citizens of the United States;
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check;
• Valid Nevada driver's license (or ability to obtain one by date of hire);
• Willingness and ability to travel for fieldwork.
• Must have the ability to work on DOD installations.
• Must be able to travel and to work in harsh field conditions for extended periods of time (i.e., southwest deserts in the summer, cold regions, tropical regions), walk / hike across uneven terrain, and ability to lift heavy equipment (40+ lbs.)

Exempt

Full-Time Equivalent

45.0%

Required Attachment(s)

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1. Cover letter detailing how your experience and qualifications prepare you for this job. (Optional)

2. Current resume (Required)

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.

For questions regarding this position, please call the recruiting office at 775-673-7335.

Posting Close Date

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