Research Technician III

Research Technician III

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Research Technician III.

Position Details
Location	Gulf Coast Research Laboratory 703 East Beach Drive Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39564 United States
Division	Coastal Sciences
Position Type	Staff
Employment Status	Part Time
Grant Funded	Yes
Salary Range	25.00 - 25.00
Posting Close Date	5 days after posted

Job Summary 
The primary responsibility of this position is to prepare and submit publications based on research specified by the Director of SCeMFiS (Science Center for Marine Fisheries) and related projects. Responsibilities include support, data analysis and report writing.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Carries out routine data analysis.

Gives presentations of data and analysis results.

Prepares reports and manuscripts of data and data results.

Travels periodically for field research.

Assists with lab work and performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications  
Master’s degree in a Marine Sciences, Marine Biology, or a related field OR a Bachelor’s degree in Marine Sciences, Marine Biology or a related field plus 2 years of experience. Research experience in fresh water or marine systems. Experience with peer review publication process. Experience with optics to measure food supply.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  
• Proficient in Matlab
  
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
  
• Patience and determination.
  
• Teamwork and Interpersonal skills.
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals.
  
• Excellent mathematical skills.
  
• Ability to problem solve.
  
• Ability to complete the peer review process in a timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications  
Field experience in marine or freshwater research including invertebrate identification and water quality analysis; proficiency in R, and Windows operating systems; proficiency in basic statistics; SCUBA certification; experience with commercial oyster fisheries; experience with operating absorption-inversion models

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
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We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu . 

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.