Research Associate I, Aquaculture

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004436P
Position Title Research Associate I, Aquaculture
Division/College University Research
Department Aquaculture
Location Off Campus Location - Hagerman Fish Culture Experiment Station
Posting Context Statement
This position will perform aquaculture-related research and outreach in support of a funded USDA-FAS project, “Bolstering fish culture education, extension, and outreach in Georgia”, providing, among other things, expertise and consultation in fish trout culture, farm best management practices, and fish husbandry protocols. Further efforts will involve research and fish husbandry as part of collaborative teams within the Aquaculture Research Institute at the Hagerman Fish Culture Experiment Station, Hagerman, Idaho. Standard statistical methods will be applied to the data and interpreted for stakeholder understanding and publication.
Position Overview
This position performs research activities and analysis; implements and evaluates research procedures and data. Records observations and measurements then reports results. Responsible for analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision with a certain degree of creativity and latitude. May supervise junior research personnel.
Duties may include:
  • Provide technical support in planning and/or designing of scientific projects, studies, or applications
  • Plan and conduct research and analysis of scientific data
  • Interpret test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
  • Identify and evaluating scientific samples and determining need for further testing
  • Develop recommendations and/or providing solutions, standards, and protocol to a wide range of difficult problems
  • Plan, design, develop, monitor and/or evaluate portions of a scientific project, study, or application
  • Provide scientific evaluations/assessments
  • Research, implement, standardize, and evaluate new procedures
  • Maintain detailed records of results and prepares written reports acceptable to the Principal Investigator and funding agencies
  • Other duties as assigned
Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/research/entities/aquaculture

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • Two years of post-bachelor’s research experience related to the domain of this position
Required Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in an Aquaculture field
Required Other
  • Must be able to work nonstandard hours including occasional weekends and holidays
Additional Preferred
  • Master’s degree in Aquaculture or related field of study
  • Demonstrating organizational and time management skills
  • Demonstrating ability in keeping records of research data and summarizing results
  • Experience developing and delivering scientific presentations
  • Aquaculture-related publications in a peer-reviewed journal
  • Experience with aquaculture research and outreach projects
  • Experience with experimental design and data analysis
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • None
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Exempt
Employee Category Exempt
Pay Range $52,811.20 annually, or higher depending on experience.
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain
Posting Date 05/24/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please address all the minimum requirements in the Letter of Qualification . Preferential review of applicants to begin on June 7, 2024.
If you would like a full copy of the job description for this position, please contact Kathleen Skovgard at [email protected] . To see additional information, please visit the ORED Jobs page here .
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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