Research Technician
 University of New Mexico | |
$20.00 Hourly
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 United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque | |
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 Jan 22, 2025 | |
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Requisition IDreq32228
Working TitleResearch Technician Pay$20.00 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentAS Biology General Administrative (048F) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student Type StatusNon-Exempt Background Check Required For Best Consideration Date2/4/2025 Position SummaryThe Rocky Mountain Research Station in partnership with the Turner Aquatic Conservation Lab is now accepting applications for 2 full time field research technicians for Summer 2025 (5/19/2025 - 8/15/2025). Competitive candidates will have an interest in gaining field experience in Environmental Science and Biology. The successful candidates must be willing to carefully follow instructions, work independently, adhere to safety guidelines, and work 40 hours per week. Both positions will support a research project evaluating the effectiveness of two different stream restoration techniques, beaver dam analogs and plug-and-pond treatments. We are studying the impacts of restoration on depth-to-groundwater, riparian vegetation, wildlife habitat, carbon storage, and greenhouse gas emissions. Field Technicians will help conduct research to assess the efficacy of riparian restoration efforts in the Jemez Mountains and Valle Vidal in northern New Mexico. Technicians will be responsible for measuring depth to groundwater, groundwater and surface water temperature, plant community composition, and soil greenhouse gas emissions from riparian ecosystems in the Santa Fe and Carson National Forests. Field technicians will be expected to car camp at each of the two field sites for at least one 4-day period per month (minimum 8 days of camping per month). Tents and camp cook kits will be provided if needed and per diem is available. Field technicians will also be expected to hike up to one mile carrying loads up to 40 lbs. Opportunities to conduct lab work may also be available. While prior lab experience is not required, we prefer candidates with experience in basic laboratory techniques (e.g. pipetting and chemical safety). Compensation for all positions is $20.00 per hour. Please also send a one-page resume, a one-page cover letter outlining any relevant experience, and contact information for two references to Dr. Krichels (alexander.krichels@usda.gov) and Katey Driscoll (katelyn.driscoll@usda.gov). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Minimum Qualifications Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Preferred Qualifications Basic field and laboratory skills (e.g., field data collection, pipetting and chemical safety) Application Instructions Only applications submitted through Please submit a resume and cover letter. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. | |