CHEManager International · 16 hours ago
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE I
Brownsville, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expCHEManager International is seeking a Research Associate I to perform routine research projects in support of biological and conservation research efforts. The role involves collecting and analyzing research data, preparing reports, and assisting with planning and administering research projects.
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Responsibilities
Collects, compiles, and analyzes research data, including demographic, reproductive, environmental, nursery, laboratory, and monitoring data associated with biological and conservation research activities
Prepares, collects, evaluates, and verifies samples and supporting records for experiments, including plant material, seeds, and related documentation collected from field, nursery, and laboratory settings in accordance with established protocols and permit requirements
Uses statistical methods and relational databases to analyze data sets, including entry, management, quality-checking, and organization of field, nursery, and seed inventory data, as well as GPS- and location-based datasets
Prepares or assists with preparing reports of research findings, including figures, tables, summaries, and supporting documentation for internal use and external reporting requirements
Assists with planning, developing, coordinating, and administering research projects, including supporting field surveys, population monitoring, restoration and planting activities, nursery operations, and experimental research conducted under supervision
May assist in designing and creating computer programs for research applications, including tools used to track plant populations, nursery stock, seed inventories, and monitoring outcomes
Operates & maintains equipment & automated systems, including field survey equipment, GPS units, nursery and laboratory tools, and data management systems
May train users on the operation and data management of research equipment and assist with training and supervision of undergraduate student workers or volunteers involved in field, nursery, laboratory, or data collection activities
Maintains inventory of research-related materials, including nursery supplies, laboratory materials, equipment, and seed collections, ensuring accurate records of provenance, quantities, storage conditions, and use
Complies with all State and University policies, as well as applicable safety procedures, permit requirements, and ethical guidelines related to biological research and work with protected species
Other duties may be assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited University in an applicable discipline
No minimum experience required
Knowledge of statistical concepts and methods and their application to research analysis, of measurement, testing, and evaluation, and of research methods, principles, techniques, and philosophies
Skilled in conducting qualitative and quantitative research and in using computers, software, and statistical tools and programs
Ability to plan, organize, and oversee research projects, evaluate research data, ensure the development of measuring instruments with respect to reliability, relevance, and validity, interpret and publish research findings, and communicate effectively
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public
Company
CHEManager International
Wiley’s leading media brand providing first-hand information on the global chemical, life science and process industries
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase