Research Assistant​/Associate

Overview

Position Information

Requisition Number S4988P. Home Org Name Schl Fisheries Aquac Aquat Sci. Division Name College of Agriculture. Position Title Research Assistant/Associate. Job Class Code HA01A/B/C-HA02A/B. Appointment Status Full-time Part-time. FTE Limited Term Yes. Limited Term Length 5 years; continuation contingent upon funding.

This position will provide professional support for several research projects focused on the abiotic and biotic factors mediating freshwater harmful algal blooms in aquaculture ponds and drinking water and recreational reservoirs. For more information about the position or the lab, please contact Alan Wilson at wilson or visit

This is a 5-year limited term appointment funded from external sources. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds.

• Perform nutrient analysis on water samples using a spectrophotometer
• Perform off-flavor analysis on water samples using SPME GC-MS
• Perform qPCR analysis on water samples
• Perform algal pigment analysis, including chlorophyll and phycocyanin using a fluorometer
• Engage in field work to collect water samples
• Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Maintain inventory and order supplies
• Train new members of the lab in various water quality techniques
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

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Research Assistant I — Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Limnology, or closely related field.

Research Assistant II — Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Limnology, or closely related discipline plus 2 years of experience relevant to the position.

Research Assistant III — Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Limnology, or closely related discipline plus 4 years of experience relevant to the position.

Research Associate I — Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Limnology, or closely related at the time employment begins; no experience required.

Research Associate II — Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Limnology, or closely related discipline plus 2 years of experience relevant to the position.

Substitutions Allowed for

Experience:

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

Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge/experience with lab water quality analyses, such as analytical chemistry tools like GC-MS, and molecular analyses, such as qPCR.

Minimum Technology

Skills:

Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite.

Prior coursework in limnology and statistics desired.

Salary Range $35,300 - $72,540

Job Category:
Research

Working Hours (if non-traditional):

Location:

Auburn, Alabama

Posting Date: 01/16/2026

Closing Date:

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