We are seeking a Research Assistant to work as an Ecological Research Technician on projects relating to urban ecology, green infrastructure, climate change, and semi-arid landscape change (see: www.u.arizona.edu/~mzucker). Duties include: field sampling of soils and plants, processing samples for carbon and nutrient contents, conducting microcosm experiments to asses microbial function, working with low-level remote sensing, working with eco-physiological equipment, supervision of undergraduate researchers, data management and data qa/qc; statistical analyses of data; and participation in the interpretation and presentation of project results. Because Biosphere 2 is a public science center facility, additional duties will relate to public interaction and interpretation, including maintaining project websites, facilitating citizen science research, and interacting with the public at Biosphere 2. A Bachelor's degree in ecology, environmental sciences, soil science, biology, or related discipline is required, as is previous research experience related to soils, ecosystem ecology, biogeochemistry, ecohydrology, etc. Previous experience with routine chemical analysis of soils, soil enzyme analysis, processing of hyperspectral and infrared imaging, dataloggers field-gas analyzers preferred. Experience with GIS, statistical analysis, database management is desired. Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills required. Note: Position will occasionally require performing physical labor during field work including under adverse (hot and dry) weather conditions. Occasional work after hours and on weekends may be required as projects determine. The position includes a university benefits package and a competitive salary commensurate with experience. This is a full time, one year position available immediately and will be renewable based on performance - desired start date is between June 15 and 21. For consideration, send a cover letter describing your research experience and interest, resume, and contact information for three professional references to Dr. Mitchell Pavao-Zuckerman, [email protected], Biosciences West, Rm 310, Tucson, Arizona, 85721. Applicants will have to apply through the University of Arizona's HR website: https://www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1305992728112 Job Title: Research/Laboratory Aide (Extended Temporary), Department: 1306-Biosphere 2, Job Number: 47632.
