Agriculture, Analysis Skills, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Driver's License, Experiment Design, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), Green Business, High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Higher Education, Instrumentation, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory Techniques, Performance Analysis, Project Development, Project Planning, Publications, Reporting Skills, Technical Presentation, Technical Research, Technical Support, Writing Skills
The department of Biosystems Engineering at Auburn University is seeking candidates for a Research Assistant. The individual selected for this position will provide professional and technical assistance with research programs focused on the study of agricultural wastewater treatment and bioreactor development.
This is a two-year limited term appointment. Continuation of employment is contingent upon the availability of funds.
Responsibilities:
- Assist principal investigator
- Assist in the development of project plans and laboratory protocols
- Perform and supervise wastewater bioreactor research activities
- Summarize data from research and stakeholder engagements
- Prepare technical reports and presentations to support publication
- Perform various other duties as assigned by supervisor with regards to sustainable wastewater engineering practices
Qualifications:
Levl I:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or Agriculture; no experience required.
- Valid Driver's License
Level II:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or Agriculture and 2 years of experience in research practices and protocols relevant to the position.
- Valid Driver's License
Level III:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or Agriculture and 4 years of experience in research practices and protocols relevant to the position.
- Valid Driver's License
SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EXPERIENCE: Yes, When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Candidates should have documented experience and/or the ability to conduct job duties in environmental engineering and sustainable agriculture.
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, demonstrated technical excellence and ability to work both independently and in a team environment are necessary.
- Basic computer skills
- Basic skills with electronic instrumentation in the laboratory.
Desired qualifications include additional technical experience as follows:
- Research experience and knowledge in bioreactor development & design
- Experimental design for bioreactor performance analyses
- Computational modeling of flow systems and bioreactors
- Biological wastewater engineering; microbial culturing procedures
- Various analytical instruments such as GC/MS, HPLC, TOC/TN, Spectrophotometry
- Knowledge/experience with chemical and biochemical laboratory procedures
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- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
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- We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
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