Position Summary
NACE Competencies: Students in this position will demonstrate the following competencies: 1. Communication: The Research Assistant will clearly and effectively communicate with (1) the Principal Investigators (PI) Dr. Cao and Dr. Kim (2) participants for coordinating the experiment sessions and executing research experiments. 2. Professionalism: The Research Assistant will demonstrate punctuality and respect for both PI and colleagues. The Research Assistant will prioritize and complete tasks to accomplish the research goals. Essential Functions : The position may involve some or all of the following. 1. Ability to conduct experiments accurately and in a timely manner 2. Maintain calibrate and operate field and laboratory instruments to measure various environmental parameters 3. Prepare chemical solutions and perform various wet chemistry tests 4. Prepare solutions set-up and assist faculty with laboratory classes 5. Enter clean and analyze data using Excel spreadsheets and applicable statistical programs 6. Understand and practice lab safety protocols 7. Be able to operate a university vehicle for transporting students to field sites 8. Performs other duties as assigned within the scope responsibility and requirements of the position. Research assistants selected for this position are required to present the outcomes of their experience at Celebrate Gannon and/or other venues determined by the college.
Physical Demands
NA
Required Qualifications
Education: Requires full-time enrollment in the M.S. Program in ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & MANAGEMENT and an undergraduate degree in appropriate science or engineering discipline. Experience: General chemistry coursework or experience performing wet chemistry tests. Licenses and/or Certifications: This positions required frequent field work and candidate Must have a drivers license. University Mission: Must be able to support and promote the Universitys Mission.
Preferred Qualifications
NA
Work Schedule
Office Hours - Depending On Candidates Schedule