Staff Research Scientist, Data Analyst/Field Specialist

$60,206 - $60,206/Yr

Desert Research Institute - Las Vegas, NV

Full-time - Entry Level

Las Vegas, NV

Educational Services

About the position

The Desert Research Institute (DRI) is seeking a Staff Research Scientist, Data Analyst/Field Specialist to support environmental research and data collection at its Las Vegas, NV campus. This role involves collaboration with research personnel on hydrology, hydrogeology, and environmental science projects, encompassing all aspects of scientific research including laboratory activities, equipment maintenance, fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental research and data collection.
• Conduct environmental laboratory activities and equipment testing.
• Perform fieldwork and collect environmental samples.
• Analyze and organize data, ensuring quality assurance checks.
• Contribute to or write technical reports.
• Install, maintain, and repair environmental monitoring instrumentation.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in hydrology, hydrogeology, or related environmental science/engineering field.
• Previous experience with environmental monitoring instrumentation.
• Demonstrated field experience in remote locations.
• Mechanical aptitude with hand and power tools, and knowledge of AC/DC current.
• Experience in data collection, organization, and analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with research-grade environmental sensors and dataloggers.
• Previous work in an environmental laboratory.
• Experience writing technical reports.
• Familiarity with AI software like ChatGPT.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Vision insurance