Position Summary: Working with the SES Director and instructors, assist
with preparation for lab and field work associated with the SES core
courses. Help maintain an orderly and organized laboratory. As Resident
Assistant, be available during evenings and weekends to counsel students,
assist with course and laboratory work during non-course hours. Help
enforce MBL policies in the dormitory.
Additional Information: 1.Teaching Responsibilities
a. Assist in removing from storage, uncrating and setting up equipment and
supplies required for the SES program beginning about 1 week prior to the
start of the course
b. Help supervise students with chemical and laboratory analyses as
needed.
c. Help students with data analysis and calculations for core course labs
and projects.
d. Assist students in the field with project work.
e. Assist in maintaining smooth functioning of the SES computer network.
f. Maintain an orderly laboratory. Clean and put away glassware and
specialized equipment used in lab work in the core courses. Keep main lab
area organized and make certain unused supplies are repacked and stored
properly.
g. Help obtain additional supplies as necessary for lab exercises and
student projects using MBL purchasing procedures
2. Resident Assistant Responsibilities
a. Reside in the MBL dormitory and be available to counsel students during
non-course hours as necessary.
b. Be familiar with and help enforce MBL policies including, but not
limited to bans on smoking, drug use, alcohol use, sexual harassment and
discrimination.
c. Help communicate concerns students have to course directors.
d. Participate in several optional weekend field trips.
3. Perform other duties as required or assigned
Basic Qualifications: Must have experience with standard laboratory
techniques used in biogeochemistry and ecosystems science such as nutrient
analyses. Must have familiarity with personal computers; experience with
Windows ®, MS-Word ® and Excel ® strongly encouraged. Knowledge of boating
safety and ability to pilot small boats useful. Demonstrated ability to
relate well to students and enforce rules and policies appropriately
required.
Bachelor of Science or Arts in biology, chemistry or environmental
studies. Prior experience in working with, overseeing or supervising
college age students desirable.
Preferred Qualifications:
Physical Requirements
Required Applicant Documents: Resume/CV
Cover Letter
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