Iowa State University · 8 hours ago
Field Research Technician
Ames, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expIowa State University is seeking a Field Research Technician to assist with ongoing water quality research projects across Iowa. The role involves collecting water-quality samples and field data from various aquatic research sites, maintaining field equipment, and reporting results under general supervision.
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Responsibilities
Assist with the installation and maintenance of automated water quality sampling and monitoring equipment at wetland and riverine research sites
Assist with the installation and maintenance of flow monitoring equipment at wetland and riverine research sites
Assist with the collection of water quality samples and field data at wetland, riverine, and lake research sites
Document and maintain records on equipment installation, maintenance, and field sampling activities
Maintain timely communications with supervisor and colleagues regarding all aspects of ongoing projects
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience
Drivers License
Preferred
Associate's degree in environmental science or a closely related natural science field
Experience installing and maintaining automated water quality samplers and flow/stage monitoring equipment in aquatic systems
Experience collecting water quality samples and recording field measurements from aquatic systems
Experience collecting dissolved gas samples and measuring greenhouse gas emissions from aquatic systems
Benefits
Medical and dental
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Company
Iowa State University
Iowa State University is a public flagship land-grant and space-grant research university located in Ames, Iowa.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.51MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityUS Department of Energy"US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation"
2024-08-28Grant· $1M
2024-03-28Grant
2024-02-26Grant
Leadership Team
Kevin Kimle
Rastetter Chair of Agricultural Entrepreneurship
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