Research Assistant I - 005319

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number 005319 Position Title Research Assistant I - 005319 Division Academic Affairs Department 421200 - Marine Sciences Minimum Qualifications

Masters degree in a physical or natural science from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama.

Preferred Qualifications Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama's Stoke School of Marine and Environmental Sciences is seeking to hire a Research Assistant I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions

• Participates in microbial ecology and biogeochemistry of sediment and seawater.
• Uses field-oriented skills to perform sediment coring and aseptic sampling.
• Takes a lead role in executing field research and logistics, which will entail working on research ships for 5-30 days, depending on cruise duration.
• Assists with training and supervising undergraduate and graduate students in field and laboratory procedures.
• Maintains field and laboratory equipment, including calibration, troubleshooting, and inventory management.
• Processes, curates, and analyzes biological and environmental samples in laboratory settings using established methods.
• Assists with the design, implementation, and execution of field and laboratory research protocols under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• Participates in outreach and extension activities that support departmental and lab objectives.
• Works with students in both field and lab settings.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 10/21/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Working Days Monday - Friday Working Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Job Location Main Campus Full-time or Part-Time Full Time Regular or Temporary Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?

• Yes

• No

• • The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?

• Yes

• No

• • What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than High School

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• • How many years of related experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year

• Between 1 - 3 years

• Between 3 - 5 years

• Between 5 - 7 years

• More than 7 years

• • How did you hear about this position?

• USA website

• LinkedIn

• Zip Recruiter

• Indeed

• HigherEd Jobs

• Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works

• Facebook

• Word of mouth

• Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter