Research Assistant in Water Quality

$33,000 - $57,900/Yr

International Association for Great Lakes Research - Auburn, AL

Full-time - Entry Level

Auburn, AL

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About the position

One Research Assistant position is currently available to support several projects focused on the abiotic and biotic factors mediating freshwater harmful algal blooms in aquaculture ponds and drinking water and recreational reservoirs. The incumbent will participate in field sampling, conduct lab analyses (i.e., taste and odor analyses, molecular analyses, algal pigments, nutrients), ensure proper maintenance of laboratory equipment, and maintain inventory and order supplies.

Responsibilities

• Participate in field sampling
• Conduct lab analyses including taste and odor analyses, molecular analyses, algal pigments, and nutrients
• Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Maintain inventory and order supplies

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications include a BS (MS preferred) in biology, chemistry, ecology, limnology, or related field
• Prior experience in field and laboratory water quality research
• Experience with analytical chemistry

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience with analytical analyses, such as GC-MS and qPCR

Benefits

• Salary range of $33,000 to $57,900
• Benefits included