NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY
PROFESSIONAL POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Research Assistant in Ecosystem Ecology Requisition
#2009012724
POSITION SUMMARY: This position will assist with research on ecosystem
ecology and biogeochemistry in arid and semi-arid systems. The position
will include field and laboratory work.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise, direct, delegate, and evaluate work of assigned staff
- Complete field work on vegetation and soils
- Process soil samples and perform biogeochemical analyses
- Prepare tables and figures for publications; assist with project
report development
- Conduct leaf litter decomposition studies
- Analyze minirhizotron images
- Perform related duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of: University and department policies and procedures;
principles and practices of organization and administration; principles
of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. EndNote, Microsoft
Word, Microsoft Excel, SigmaPlot and Rootracker software; analytical
procedures for carbon and nitrogen content in soil and litter samples;
field ecophysiological measurements (leaf water potential, photosynthesis).
Skills in: Short-and long-range planning; problem analysis and
resolution; report preparation and presentation; oral and written
communication; performing field research and processing large numbers of
lab soil samples and litterbags.
Ability to: Direct, evaluate, train, and supervise the work of assigned
personnel; develop and maintain effective working relationships;
maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and
initiative; organize and direct activities; analyze and evaluate
information.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- BA or BS Degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or related
field
- 3 years experience
REPLY TO/DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Submit a formal letter of interest,
current resume, college transcripts, proof of professional
certification(s), and three professional references with names, titles,
addresses and daytime phone numbers to:
Dr. Heather Throop
New Mexico State University
Biology Department, MSC 3AF
Las Cruces, NM 88003
Review of applications begins 2/21/2009 and remains open until filled.
Incomplete application packets will not be considered.
NMSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. Offer of
employment is contingent upon verification of individual's eligibility
for employment in the United States. All offers of employment, oral and
written, are contingent on the University’s verification of credentials
and other information required by Federal Law, State Law, and NMSU
policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a criminal
history check. The position is contingent upon the availability of funding.
