Research Coordinator
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Job Title
Research CoordinatorAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
OceanographyProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
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The Department of Oceanography is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Research Coordinator to join our innovative research team. This position plays a vital role in supporting a range of scientific projects that demand rigorous data acquisition advanced analysis and timely dissemination of results.
The Research Coordinator will provide essential technical support performing semi-skilled tasks that require adaptability critical thinking and problem-solving. A key responsibility includes contributing to the labs capacity to process complex datasets integrate field measurements with modeling frameworks and meet important reporting and publication under general supervision the successful candidate will be evaluated based on the effective and timely completion of assigned tasks. A significant component of this role involves supporting field campaigns where the Research Coordinator will help ensure methodological consistency and minimize data gaps.
We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in analytical programming and boundary layer turbulence. If you are passionate about oceanographic research and eager to contribute to impactful scientific work we encourage you to apply!
Opportunities to contribute:
Assists in collecting samples and measurement data from experiments.
Assists in performing analysis and tests.
Assists senior staff members in conducting field experiments.
Manages the participant (subject) pool by recruiting screening and maintaining records on research participants.
Prepares and sets up research sessions including drafting protocol coordinating with IT support.
Maintains lab supplies and other research equipment.
Ensures adherence to lab standards and practices to maximize safety and operational effectiveness.
Coordinates and oversees the daily activities in a laboratory including staff support and quality control.
Assembles and operates technical equipment.
Produces scientific journal articles and presentations for publication and presentation.
Salary: $17.44 an hour
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years of related experience
Ability to lift and/or move heavy weight objects with or without assistances be needed.
A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:
Oceanography degree or completion of relevant coursework in physical oceanography data analysis and advanced math.
Experience with oceanographic research.
Experience working with large eddy-covariance data sets
Skilled in MATLAB Programming
Understanding of boundary layer turbulence
Knowledge of the physical characteristics of the coastal ocean including waves tides and currents.
Ability to work with vectors and differential equations
Some knowledge of machine learning is preferred
Proficiency in technical computing on either Mac or Windows platforms require
Ability to effectively communicate scientific concepts through writing and presentations
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
What you need to do:
Apply! Submitting a cover letter and resume is strongly recommended and will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service.
The Department of Oceanography in the College of Arts and Sciences at Texas A&M University (TAMU) is part of an alliance of Ocean Sciences at Texas A&M that spans the Marine Biology and Marine Sciences Departments at TAMU Galveston Geochemical and Environmental Research Group. This alliance of Ocean Sciences represents a truly unique concentration of educational and research resources. Our educational and research capacity is greatly enhanced by close ties to the College Departments of Atmospheric Sciences Geography and Geology & Geophysics as well as the Berg Hughes Center and Texas Center for Climate Studies.
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions Core Values and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university such as sporting and cultural events state-of-the-art recreation facilities the Bush Library and Museum and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical prescription drug dental vision life and AD&D flexible spending accounts and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining webinars and limited financial support to attend conferences workshops and more
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
