Job Title
Research Technician
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Meteorology
Proposed Minimum Salary
$15.85 hourly
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)
Here’s a Glimpse of the Job
Texas A&M University’s Department of Atmospheric Sciences is looking for a Research Technician to support research focused on air pollution. This role will involve assisting with data analysis and numerical modeling using satellite observations to study atmospheric processes and pollution dynamics.
Opportunities to Contribute
Assembles and operates a numerical modeling system.
Provides logistical support with data storage in the laboratory.
Assists senior staff members in conducting data analysis and modeling procedures.
Assist undergraduate and graduate students with their research projects.
Participates in training and professional development sessions as needed.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of related experience.
A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:
Bachelor's degree.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Working knowledge of office software and instructional programs.
Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning.
Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff, groups of various sizes.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Salary: $15.85 per hour
Please note: This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding, which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore, this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts, as well as satisfactory job performance.
What you need to do
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
The Department of Atmospheric Sciences at Texas A&M University researches the physical processes that influence and determine our climate as well as providing insight into how and why the climate changes. This is an enormous topic and covers spatial scales from atmospheric chemistry, aerosol particles, air pollution, cloud particles, with radii of microns, to large-scale atmospheric waves, with length scales of thousands of kilometers. Topics studied in the department include the physics of convection, climate variability, feedback physics, climate sensitivity, climate extremes, and regional modeling. Variability and predictability of climate on seasonal to millennial timescales, coupled ocean-atmosphere interaction, large-scale dynamics of the atmosphere and the oceans.
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
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