Research Specialist I - Institute of Environment

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Oversees field and laboratory operations associated with research in the Biscayne Coastal Wetlands and manages related collaboration with the South Florida Water Management District.

• Develops protocols for examining samples for microscopic examination and identifies algae using established images and keys.
• Trains students and technicians how to process, count, and identify algae.
• Coordinates and conducts field work in the hot, wet environments of the Biscayne Coastal Wetlands and Everglades on foot, by airboat, kayak, or marine boat, and helicopter.
• Coordinates and supervises laboratory analyses to generate data from collected samples from the Biscayne Coastal Wetlands and the Everglades.
• Documents new species of algae using image capture tools on the microscope and develops protocols for publicly sharing this information
• Develops reports including writing, analysis and presentation of data, and making revisions based on feedback
• Informs data management in a database and performs quality control/assurance on project data.
• Co-authors publications and co-presents results at scientific conferences
• Follows safety guidelines and complies with FIU rules and regulations when completing field work (boating safety) and laboratory work (EH&S protocols)
• Attends laboratory meetings and makes recommendations for changes in workflows as needed.

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate specialization and four (4) years of experience or Master's degree and two (2) years of experience.

• Experience in ecological field and laboratory work
• Familiarity with ecological and biological data collection protocols and how to summarize data using R and to compile and draft reports.
• Degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences or related field

Administrative

$50,000 - $55,000

Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM

• Operating University Vehicles (all types)
• Able to work flexible hours in the often-harsh environment of South Florida

• Criminal Background Check
• Driver's License Check

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to travel locally

Prospective Employee

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To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.  Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications". 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.  It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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