Certified Medical Assistant II

Position Title:
Research Technician II - Natural Resource Ecology and Management Department

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
BS in Fisheries, Biology, or related field
Experience conducting fisheries investigations.
Experience sampling fish in rivers,
Experience trailering and operating a boat.
Experience processing fisheries related samples in the laboratory

Job Description:

The Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management  in the College of Agriculture and Life Science at Iowa State University is seeking applicants for a Research Technician II to help assess invasive carp population ecology in tributaries of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers.

This position will provide technical support to research projects by assisting with the collection of fish in the field and processing samples in the laboratory. The successful candidate will deploy and maintain acoustic telemetry receivers in rivers, tag fish with acoustic transmitters, collect ichthyoplankton and zooplankton samples in the field, and processes a variety of samples (e.g., larval fish, zooplankton, fish aging, fish diets, etc.) in the laboratory.  Position will be responsible for data entry and basic boat and trailer maintenance.

The successful candidate will possess an excellent work ethic, organization skills, interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. This position requires in-state travel that may include overnight stays. This position requires a valid U.S. Driver's License.

Position duration is one year with the possibility of renewal.

Example of Duties
• Performs a variety of tests requiring a high degree of proficiency.
• Collects, analyzes, and processes laboratory samples or research data.
• Troubleshoots problems and recommends solutions.
• Determines testing methods for non-standardized test.
• Cleans, sanitizes, maintains, and operates lab equipment.
• Assists scientists with research and record findings in the field or lab.
• Maintains sample tracking.
Level Guidelines
• Career-level position demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of related competencies
• Works under direct to general supervision and may receive guidance on more complex assignments
• Follows established procedures for work assignments, and completes assignments which are semi-routine and may be atypical in nature
• Applies thorough knowledge to respond to inquiries and requests
• Able to resolve most problems and issues and respond to requests without escalation
• Provides guidance to students
• May provide supervision to one to two other staff or lead a small work team

Appointment Type:
Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

September 30, 2022

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS804

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Original Posting Date:
September 7, 2021

Posting Close Date:
September 14, 2021

Job Requisition Number:
R6110

Position Information:

Position Title:
Research Technician II - Natural Resource Ecology and Management Department

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
BS in Fisheries, Biology, or related field
Experience conducting fisheries investigations.
Experience sampling fish in rivers,
Experience trailering and operating a boat.
Experience processing fisheries related samples in the laboratory

Job Description:

The Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management  in the College of Agriculture and Life Science at Iowa State University is seeking applicants for a Research Technician II to help assess invasive carp population ecology in tributaries of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers.

This position will provide technical support to research projects by assisting with the collection of fish in the field and processing samples in the laboratory. The successful candidate will deploy and maintain acoustic telemetry receivers in rivers, tag fish with acoustic transmitters, collect ichthyoplankton and zooplankton samples in the field, and processes a variety of samples (e.g., larval fish, zooplankton, fish aging, fish diets, etc.) in the laboratory.  Position will be responsible for data entry and basic boat and trailer maintenance.

The successful candidate will possess an excellent work ethic, organization skills, interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. This position requires in-state travel that may include overnight stays. This position requires a valid U.S. Driver's License.

Position duration is one year with the possibility of renewal.

Example of Duties
• Performs a variety of tests requiring a high degree of proficiency.
• Collects, analyzes, and processes laboratory samples or research data.
• Troubleshoots problems and recommends solutions.
• Determines testing methods for non-standardized test.
• Cleans, sanitizes, maintains, and operates lab equipment.
• Assists scientists with research and record findings in the field or lab.
• Maintains sample tracking.
Level Guidelines
• Career-level position demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of related competencies
• Works under direct to general supervision and may receive guidance on more complex assignments
• Follows established procedures for work assignments, and completes assignments which are semi-routine and may be atypical in nature
• Applies thorough knowledge to respond to inquiries and requests
• Able to resolve most problems and issues and respond to requests without escalation
• Provides guidance to students
• May provide supervision to one to two other staff or lead a small work team

Appointment Type:
Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

September 30, 2022

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS804

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Original Posting Date:
September 7, 2021

Posting Close Date:
September 14, 2021

Job Requisition Number:
R6110