Research Specialist II (Stream Sampling Crew Leader) UT Martin - TEMP Position - 15000000EZ Description The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Tennessee at Martin is seeking a stream sampling field-crew leader for a four-month appointment. The position will support a project evaluating the effects of stream restoration on fish communities in west Tennessee. This is a temporary position and selected candidate will not be eligible for employee benefits
Primary duties include: Supervising two technicians under the guidance of the project’s primary investigators. Ensuring timely collection of data and complete laboratory work. Coordinating and conducting stream habitat surveys and fish community collections. Performing maintenance and repair of field equipment as needed. Identifying and enumerating fish species in the field and laboratory. Managing an Access database, performing data entry, and data QA/QC. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications BS in stream/wildlife ecology or related field (e.g., environmental sciences). Experience conducting stream habitat surveys and fish community collections. Ability to quickly learn west TN fish fauna. Valid driver’s license. Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs in mud-bottom streams. Ability to work long hours (~10 hrs) in hot and humid field conditions. This is a temporary, non-exempt position for approximately four months and selected candidate will not be eligible for employee benefits. Extension of the position is contingent on available funding. Low-cost housing (~$40/week) is available at Reelfoot Lake Environmental Field Station or the applicant may find housing in Martin, TN. Research opportunities will be available to those interested. Application Process: Applicants must apply online at https://ut.taleo.net/careersection/ut_martin/jobdetail.ftl?job=15000000EZ and attach to the application the following: a cover letter, resume, and two professional references. Application Deadline: Position will remain open until filled and all inquiries should be directed to Dr. Blanchard or Dr. Fore via email to Dr. Blanchard ([email protected]; 731-884-7594) and Dr. Fore ([email protected]; 731- 343-2004). Pay Grade 36 - $10.98 per hour minimum hiring rate. To view Annual Security & Fire Report – http://www.utm.edu/departments/publicsafety/index.php Job Research Technical Primary Location US-Tennessee-Martin EEO/AA Statement /Non-Discrimination Statement The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), ADEA (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 303 Admin Bldg, Martin, TN 38238, (731) 881-3505 Office, (731) 881-4889 TTY, (731) 881-3507 Fax, [email protected]. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the OED office.
