Staff/Assistant Research Scientist, Data Acquisition Specialist

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Job Description

The Division of Hydrologic Sciences (DHS) and Division of Earth and Ecosystem Sciences (DEES) of the Desert Research Institute (DRI) are seeking a Data Acquisition Specialist to support research activities under current Department of Defense (DOD) and other federally and State of Nevada funded projects based out of its Reno, NV campus. The successful applicant will be hired either as a Staff Research Scientist (Rank 1) or as an Assistant Research Scientist (Rank 2), depending on qualifications and experience. The incumbent will conduct field-based data collection (using loggers and / or traditional field methods) and will contribute to and / or be responsible for data processing, analysis, and interpretation. Activities will support ongoing and future research projects that explore solutions to real-world problems faced by various DOD and other government agencies using key concepts taken from traditional geoscience disciplines (e.g., soil science, hydrology, and environmental science). Projects have a network of equipment and sensors that require routine maintenance, upgrades, and new installations. The incumbent will be directly involved in numerous aspects of scientific research, including experimental design and setup, selection, testing, and maintenance of appropriate equipment, data collection and processing, and report writing. Other responsibilities will include project support activities as opportunities and needs arise, including support for ongoing remote sensing, Geographic Information System (GIS), engineering design and fabrication, equipment budgeting and purchasing activities.

The position requires prior experience in at least two of the following areas : installation and maintenance of field instrumentation, experience with electronics wiring and configuration, data collection and processing, environmental sample collection, design of field experiments, and / or telemetry and device networking.

Required Qualifications for Staff Research Scientist

Required Qualifications for Assistant Research Scientist

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Compensation and Benefits

The minimum annual starting salary for the Staff Research Scientist is $60,206 and Assistant Research Scientist is $85,169 and is competitive and commensurate with education, experience, and aligns with similar public academic research institutions. DRI offers a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance; including 17.5% retirement match, 24 annual leave days, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational benefits, and the choice of two health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts. Additionally, there is no state income tax and no social security deduction.

Organizational Summary

DRI is a recognized world leader in basic and applied environmental research. Committed to scientific excellence and integrity, DRI faculty, students who work alongside them, and staff have developed scientific knowledge and innovative technologies in research projects around the globe.

Since 1959, DRI's research has advanced scientific knowledge on topics ranging from humans' impact on the environment to the environment's impact on humans. DRI's impactful science and inspiring solutions support Nevada's diverse economy, provide science-based educational opportunities, and inform policymakers, business leaders, and community members.

The position will be based in Reno situated in northwestern Nevada at the base of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, 25 minutes from Lake Tahoe. Reno boasts 300 days of sunshine and offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor activities ranging from mountain biking, hiking, fishing, hunting, whitewater paddling, and golfing in the summer and fall to alpine skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing in the winter.

Exempt

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please upload the following documents in the specified section of the job posting on DRI's careers page :

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately and provide all required attachments to receive full consideration. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.

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For more detailed information about DRI and DRI faculty, research projects, and publications, please visit us at www.dri.edu. For questions regarding this position or assistance with your application, please email jobs@dri.edu or call the recruiting office at 775-673-7431.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

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Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.

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Salary : $85,169