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Stephen F. Austin State University Research Assistant (Grant Funded) in Nacogdoches, Texas
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Grant Funded Position-continued employment contingent on funding
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Job Title Research Assistant (Grant Funded)
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
FLSA Exempt
General Job Description
Grant Funded Position-continued employment contingent on funding
This is a professional position responsible for assisting faculty with forestry, geospatial science, and environmental science research project implementation and field data collection in the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture ( ATCFA ). Assists with maintaining and piloting unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and acquiring, processing, and managing UAV data. Responsible for supporting forest management and college instruction efforts as appropriate. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Research Associate.
Essential Job Functions
Assists with forest resources and other natural resources-related research projects, including field data collection and analysis.
Provides assistance with forest land management.
Maintains and pilots UAVs and sensors.
Acquires remote sensing data with UAV for research and forestland management applications. Processes and manages acquired data.
Provides assistance with classroom and laboratory instruction.
Answers and/or refers questions regarding the operations, products, and services of the college as appropriate.
Supervises student research assistant(s), research technician(s), and contractors providing research data collection or other services.
Provides occasional assistance in handling routine supervisory, administrative, and clerical duties.
Assists with the preparation of reports, scientific papers, publications, and presentations. Presents oral presentations of research findings associated with college activities at various local, state, national, and international meetings, conferences, and symposia.
Non-Essential Job Functions
May be required to work evenings, nights, and weekends.
May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.
Knowledge of research methods, principles, techniques, and philosophies.
Knowledge of UAVs, geographic information systems ( GIS ), remote sensing, natural resource management and research practices.
Skill in operating UAVs and applicable forest and natural resources research equipment and tools including data collection equipment, forest measurement tools, herbicide application equipment, chainsaws, and other equipment.
Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, word processing, presentation, statistical analysis (R or SAS ), ESRI ArcGIS, remote sensing, and GPS software.
Skill in field collection of research quality natural resources-related data.
Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data.
Skill in completing assignments accurately with attention to detail.
Ability to quickly learn operation of scientific equipment and piloting of new UAVs and master new technologies.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.
Ability to train and supervise others.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Ability to travel for data collection, research, and attendance at professional meetings.
Ability to obtain a FAA UAV 107 pilot license within six months of employment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Texas driver’s license to operate university vehicles.
Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.
Physical Demands
Physical ability to perform essential job functions, recognizing position requires regular field work in forested environments, often in remote areas and rough terrain. Ability to stand up for more than an hour at a time, sit for more than an hour at a time, use hands to finger/handle/feel, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, crawl, lift up to 50 pounds, talk, hear, and drive university vehicles as well as close vision and peripheral vision. Field work is performed in varying environmental conditions including but not limited to precipitation, high and low temperature extremes, and wind.
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in forestry, wildlife, natural resources, environmental science, geospatial science or a related field is required.
Required Experience and Training
Two years of related experience is required. Experience in UAV operation and GIS is required. FAA UAV 107 pilot license is required within six months of employment. Additional education may substitute for experience on a basis set forth by the Department of Human Resources.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree is preferred. Experience in forestry, geospatial science, environmental science or other related field research project implementation, data collection, and statistical analysis is preferred. Experience in forest management, natural resources inventory, remote sensing, and supervision of silvicultural operations is preferred. Forester certification is preferred.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.
Min Pay Rate
Mid Pay Rate
Salary Information Hiring Salary - $55,000
Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting
Is Background Check Required? Yes
Benefit and Retirement Eligibility
This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S2024-081
Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants
Number of Positions Available 1
Posted Date 06/26/2024
Review Start Date
Close Date
Work Schedule
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Grant Funded Position-continued employment contingent on funding
Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11664
Contact Information
Contact Name I-Kuai Hung
Contact Phone (936)468-2464
Contact Email hungi@sfasu.edu
Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Will you have earned a bachelor's degree in a related field prior to the start date of this position?
Yes
No
- Will you have obtained a Master's degree by the start date of the position?
Yes
No
- What is your academic major/minor?
(Open Ended Question)
- Which of the following best represents the number of years experience you possess relating to the job to which you are applying?
Less than two years
Two to three years
Four to five years
Six to seven years
Eight to nine years
Ten or more years
- Please describe your experience in UAV operation and GIS.
(Open Ended Question)
- Do you currently have, or will you have at time of employment a valid Texas Driver's License?
Yes
No
- Do you currently have or are you able to obtain a FAA UAV 107 pilot license within six months of employment?
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
List of References
Optional Documents
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