What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Technician III position at usm-pilot?
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include a cover letter and a resume. Applicants may contact Dr. Frank Heitmuller at Franklin.Heitmuller@usm.edu for questions regarding this posting.
Job Summary
This is an entry-level position to conduct laboratory or field-based data collection and analysis in environmental sciences. Duties include supporting ongoing research, conducting research in collaboration with other personnel, collection and analysis of data, and writing reports. Work is performed under the supervision of an environmental scientist, or technical supervisor. The position will be located on the Hattiesburg campus, and some travel will be required depending on specific research needs
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Participates in scientific research of moderate complexity, helping define the scope and objectives of the research.
- Participates in the collection and analysis of data.
- Maintain necessary research supplies and infrastructure, dictated by research objectives.
- Follow all field and lab safety protocols.
- Write analytical reports focused on research objectives.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
