Research Coordinator

** Job Title
** Research Coordinator
** Agency
* * Texas A&M University
** Department
* * Biology
* * Proposed Minimum Salary
** Commensurate
* * Job Location
** College Station, Texas
** Job Type
** Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)
** Job Description
**** Here’s a Glimpse of the Job
** Texas A&M’s Biology Department is looking for
** three Research Coordinators
** to join their team temporarily. This role is based in College Station, with frequent travel to remote field sites. Under general supervision, the Research Coordinators will perform semi‐skilled technical research support work that requires adapting and modifying routine procedures. These positions will support summer fieldwork, including conducting marshbird surveys and collecting habitat and vegetation data.
** Opportunities to Contribute
*** Conducts point counts and marshbird surveys at assigned sites.
* Records detections and associated metadata accurately and thoroughly.
* Collects habitat and vegetation measurements following standardized field protocols.
* Enters, verifies, and organizes data, including data sheets and GPS files.
** Qualifications
* ** High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Three years of related experience.
** A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:
*** Valid driver's license for travel to remote field sites.
* Ability to work early mornings/late evenings as needed.
* Bird survey experience (point counts/call-playback)
* Experience with vegetation sampling.
* GPS navigation experience.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to follow protocols.
* Effective communication.
** Salary:
** Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.
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* Please note:

** This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
** What you need to do
**** Apply!
** Submitting a cover letter, resume’/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

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Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
The Department of Biology at Texas A&M University is responsible for research and teaching within the vast disciplines of the biological sciences, from molecular cell biology to ecology and evolutionary biology. Our faculty perform cutting-edge research in a wide array of biological sciences in the laboratory and in the field. Our graduate research programs prepare scientists for careers in academia, industry and government and enhance our understanding of the central role of biological systems in the global environment.

Our undergraduate students gain a firm foundation in modern biological sciences to prepare them for a multitude of careers that depend on a solid understanding of biology. To learn more, please visit us atWe 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.* ,  with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
* of annual paid holidays
* Up to  and at least  each month
* Automatic enrollment in the
* Health and Wellness:
* Professional Development:
All employees have access to free  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
* for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
* a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
** 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…