Research Tech/Phys Sciences

Requisition ID	req29765
Working Title	Research Tech/Phys Sciences
Position Grade	08
Position Summary	The QuEST Project (Quantifying Ecosystem exports across Space and Time) is a multi-institutional research program spans five states (NM, NV, AL, AR, NH) and seven institutions including collaboration with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The project will address hydrologic and biogeochemical change in headwater stream networks with the approach to integrate hydrologic modeling with complementary hydrologic and biogeochemical observations within five watersheds across the United States’ cross-continental aridity gradient. The Research Technician/Physical Sciences position will work directly with the Research Scientist 2 and the Faculty Principal investigator. The position will participate in data collection, lab and field work for the QuEST Project grant and on Dr. Alexandra Webster's Transformation Network Program to assist in conducting research on guided transformation and resilience metrics. See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment	Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Minimum Qualifications	High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications	Working towards a bachelor's degree in environmental science, hydrology, ecology, biology, geology, or a related field. Experience working with datasets. Familiarity in hydrologic and biogeochemical research
Additional Requirements
Campus	Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department	A & S Interdisciplinary Programs (286A)
Employment Type	Staff
Staff Type	Temporary - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status	Non-Exempt
Pay	Hourly: $16.88
Benefits Eligible	No Benefits
ERB Statement	As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required	No
For Best Consideration Date	6/14/2024
Eligible for Remote Work	No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
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