Research Specialist

Job Title

Research Specialist I Agency

Texas A&M Agri Life is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
Texas A&M Agri Life Extension Service Texas A&M Agri Life Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M Agri Life brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System.

With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

• Implement field efforts to collect data from wildlife on sponsored projects.
• Collate, curate, and analyze data collected in field related to pathogens from feral swine in livestock, wildlife, environment, etc.
• Maintain field equipment and prepare reports.
• Trap, handle, and/or euthanize captured wild animals.
• Operate and maintain safety in all operations of agency vehicles and/or equipment, including firearms.
• Work beyond normal business and/or work on weekends as needed.

• Coordinate and Assist Internal and External Research Partners

• Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Management or closely related field.
• 4 Years relevant experience.
• Operation of off-road vehicles and equipment.
• Use of firearms to euthanize wild animals.
• Safe conduct of animal trapping.
• Use of computers to enter data.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must lift heavy objects and exert heavy force.
• Ability to obtain Class C Driver's License.
• Preferred:
  License to Carry Firearm

Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

This position is grant funded and availability is contingent on grant funding.

When you choose to work for Texas A&M Agri Life, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M Agri Life contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M Agri Life

Prospective employee benefits Retirement programs Commitment to inclusive excellence Strategic plan

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.