University of Colorado Boulder · 1 day ago
Professional Research Assistant
The University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a Professional Research Assistant to join the Colorado ‘CryoSensing’ Research group. This role involves managing field and lab equipment, assisting with field sampling and logistics, and contributing to data analysis and manuscript preparation for NSF and NASA-funded projects focused on the cryosphere.
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Responsibilities
Management and organization of field equipment and lab analysis
Handle shipping of samples, field equipment, and hazardous cargo (i.e., samples stored with dry ice, drone batteries, large drone cases, etc)
Field sampling, logistical support and planning: Assist with purchasing and maintenance of field equipment. Ensure it is properly functioning prior to field campaigns and properly stored after field campaigns
Determine permitting needs for UAV operations and assist with obtaining appropriate permits, as necessary
Develop workflows for Uncrewed Aerial Systems
Development of visual media outreach materials such as scientific storytelling videos, website development, newsletters, etc
Research support and documentation
Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts through data generation, analysis, and visualization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in fine arts, science or an engineering discipline
Demonstrated field experience in the cryosphere such as the Arctic, Antarctic or high mountain regions
Strong organizational skills and ability to work with a team
A valid driver's license and the ability to lift 50 pounds
Demonstrated ability to produce publishable results through co or lead-authorship on peer-reviewed manuscripts
Video editing proficiency
Proficiency with a scientific programming language for data visualization and figure creation such as Python, R, or Matlab
Preferred
Cryospheric field experience specifically in the Arctic, Antarctic and/or High Mountain Regions sampling snow
Proficiency with generation, analysis, and maintenance of scientific instrumentation
Demonstrated contributions to manuscript preparation (such as through co-authorship) on peer-reviewed journals
Experience flying UASs in polar regions
Wet-Lab experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Retirement plans
Generous paid time off
Tuition assistance for you and your dependents
ECO Pass for local transit
Company
University of Colorado Boulder
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$29.19MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyNational Science Foundation
2023-10-10Grant· $1.4M
2022-06-28Grant· $0.03M
2021-09-29Grant· $22M
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