Research Associate (pos 0079086T)

Title : Research Associate

Position Number: 0079086T

Hiring Unit: C OF NAT SCI, SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES, SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES

Location : UH at Manoa

Date Posted: 03/12/2025

Closing Date : 03/25/2025

Band : A

Salary : Commensurate with experience

Full Time/Part Time : Full-time

Temporary/Permanent : Temporary

Other Conditions : Appointment to begin approximately April 2025 or as mutually acceptable. Renewal of appointment is dependent on performance, program needs, and/or availability of funds.

Duties and Responsibilities

(Note: * denotes Essential Functions)

1. Process sediment samples according to EPA approved methods for faunal analyses

2. *Identify and count specimens extracted from sediment samples using regional keys and laboratory 3 reference keys

3. *Assist other laboratory staff with maintaining specimen reference collections, files, and grain size analysis.

4. Search scientific literature for species descriptions and resources

5. Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree in biology or related field and 0 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for laboratory work or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience that provides the required education, knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated.

2. Functional knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques in the area of biology demonstrated by knowledge, understanding and ability to apply concepts, and terminology.

3. Functional knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and systems associated with laboratory work.

4. Demonstrated ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes, and resolve the full range of problems that may commonly occur in the area of laboratory work.

5. Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation, write reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in a variety of situations.

6. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members, and individuals.

7. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.

Supplemental Minimum Qualifications

1. Knowledge of methods, materials, procedures, and techniques used in research or experimental laboratory work.

2. Knowledge of computer databases and statistics

Desirable Qualifications

1. Experience with benthic sample processing and specimen identification

2. Experience with approved EPA methods for faunal analyses and granulometric processes

3. Ability to prepare sketches of specimens using the microscope

4. Ability to observe, analyze, and report objectively the results of research experimentation

To Apply:

Click on the Apply button on the top right corner of the screen and attach the required documents. Applicants must submit (1) cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, (2) resume, (3) names and contact information of 3 professional references and (4) copies of transcripts with confidential identifiable information (i.e. social security number, birth date, etc.) redacted are acceptable, but official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Inquiries: Cynthia Hunter, ...

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