UG RA Field and Lab Tech

Title: UG RA Field and Lab Tech

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Science

Department: UNT-Institute for Applied Sciences-125000

Job Location: Denton

Salary:

FTE: 0.000000

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

Modern biology encompasses the study of all aspects of living systems from the molecular basis of genetic inheritance to the interactions between organisms and the environment. Undergraduate students in the Department of Biological Sciences at UNT have the opportunity to investigate these topics through hands-on research experiences while learning the latest skills and professional ethics from distinguished faculty and professional researchers. In addition, Biology and Biochemistry majors going into the medical profession can save money and time by combining college and medical school in a joint program between UNT and the UNT Health Science Center at Fort Worth. In this program, students spend three years taking biology coursework at UNT and then transfer to the HSC for four years of medical training. This allows students to be ready to serve in a residency at a hospital or clinic in seven years instead of the usual eight.

Position Overview

Remote field work in the Lower Rio Grande Valley and Guadalupe Mountains of Texas. The
Incumbent must be able to work almost entirely outdoors in inclement conditions and be able to carry up to 40lbs of equipment up to 5km over uneven and rugged terrain. Duties will also include data entry and database management, and some lab analyses per project protocols. A knowledge of birds of the LRGV of Texas and experience collecting radio telemetry data are preferred.
Housing is provided if needed, but preference is given to people not in need of housing.

Minimum Qualifications

Students who are working on a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and one year of related experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

A knowledge of birds of the LRGV of Texas and experience collecting radio telemetry data are preferred.

Job Duties

• Remote field work in the Lower Rio Grande Valley and Guadalupe Mountains of Texas
• The Incumbent must be able to work almost entirely outdoors in inclement conditions and be able to carry up to 40lbs of equipment up to 5km over uneven and rugged terrain.
• Duties will also include data entry and database management, and some lab analyses per project protocols.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

Environmental Hazards

• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Low temperatures.

Work Schedule

Varies & dependent on field and lab work.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Please include a resume and cover letter.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.