Soil Health & Restoration Undergraduate Research Assistant

Department & Contact within department:

School of Agriculture

Dr. Chris Baxter

Is Work Study required:

Yes

No

Preferences:

School Year: Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Any

Position Description:

The UW-Platteville Soil Health, Ecological Enhancement, and Restoration (SHEER) lab seeks an undergraduate research assistant to help carry out soil health and restoration-related research activities under supervision of Dr. Chris Baxter, Professor of Ecological Restoration and Resource Management.

Job Duties:

• Complete necessary training to conduct field work on lands designated on the EPA's National Priorities List (HAZWOPER 40-Hr Training)
• Assist with research plot layout, application of soil amendments, and seeding
• Collect soil and plant samples following established standard procedures
• Perform laboratory analysis with minimal supervision
• Assist with data entry and analysis

Requirements

• Valid U.S. Driver's license and eligible to drive University vehicles
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Application Deadline:

Applications must be received by: 05/30/2025

This will be how long the position is advertised in Handshake or how long the application link will be active.