What are the responsibilities and job description for the FXD - Lab and Field Technician position at Gonzaga University Careers?
Title: FXD - Lab and Field Technician
VP Area: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: Biology
Work Schedule: Fixed daytime hours Monday-Friday
Telework Availability: On-campus Position
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Classification: Fixed Term Staff
Hours per week: 40
Months per year: NA - FXD/Temp Position
Fixed Term End Date (if applicable): 07/25/2025
Job Purpose:
The technician will aid Principal Investigator (PI) Liz Addis and Addis' research students with data collection, processing, and analyzing, as well as writing papers.
Essential Functions:
- 40% - Collect ecological and morphological data
- 30% - Enter data collected in the field, check data entry of others, organize data, analyze data.
- 20% - Process samples collected in the field for further analysis
- Additional Duties as Assigned by the Department
Educational Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree
Years of Related Experience Requirement:
1 year
In lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education.
Certifications and/or Licensures:
Skills & Abilities:
- BA or BS in Biology
- Training with handling animals
- Ability to organize data, use spreadsheets
- Work in inclement conditions outdoors
- Strong communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Physical & On-Campus Requirements:
In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week
Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Often (50%-75% of time)
Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Often (50%-75% of time)
Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds): Often (50%-75% of time)
Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)
Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)
The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: $5,331.20 ($16.66/hr)
Pay Range:
Minimum Salary (Non-Exempt): $18.35
Midpoint Salary (Non-Exempt): $22.93
Maximum Salary (Non-Exempt): $27.52
Salary : $17 - $28
