Research Associate Brownsville, TX

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE I job at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Brownsville, TX.

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Position Information

Posting Number SRGV
8719
Working Title RESEARCH ASSOCIATE I
Number of Vacancies 1
Location Brownsville, Texas
Department College of Sciences / School of Earth Environmental and Marine Sciences
FTE 1
FLSA Non-Exempt

Scope of Job Under the moderate supervision and with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, performs routine research projects including field, nursery, laboratory, and data management activities in support of biological and conservation research efforts, with regular fieldwork conducted at National Wildlife Refuge lands and other protected sites in coordination with external partner agencies. May supervise the work of others.

• Collects, compiles, and analyzes research data, including demographic, reproductive, environmental, nursery, laboratory, and monitoring data associated with biological and conservation research activities.
• Prepares, collects, evaluates, and verifies samples and supporting records for experiments, including plant material, seeds, and related documentation collected from field, nursery, and laboratory settings in accordance with established protocols and permit requirements.
• Uses statistical methods and relational databases to analyze data sets, including entry, management, quality-checking, and organization of field, nursery, and seed inventory data, as well as GPS- and location-based datasets.
• Prepares or assists with preparing reports of research findings, including figures, tables, summaries, and supporting documentation for internal use and external reporting requirements.
• Assists with planning, developing, coordinating, and administering research projects, including supporting field surveys, population monitoring, restoration and planting activities, nursery operations, and experimental research conducted under supervision.
• May assist in designing and creating computer programs for research applications, including tools used to track plant populations, nursery stock, seed inventories, and monitoring outcomes.
• Operates & maintains equipment & automated systems, including field survey equipment, GPS units, nursery and laboratory tools, and data management systems.
• May train users on the operation and data management of research equipment and assist with training and supervision of undergraduate student workers or volunteers involved in field, nursery, laboratory, or data collection activities.
• Maintains inventory of research-related material s, including nursery supplies, laboratory materials, equipment, and seed collections, ensuring accurate records of provenance, quantities, storage conditions, and use.
• Complies with all State and University policies, as well as applicable safety procedures, permit requirements, and ethical guidelines related to biological research and work with protected species.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervision Received Specific supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given May carry out limited responsibilities in accordance with the project objectives, policies and applicable laws and provides guidance to student employees.

Required Education Bachelor's degree from an accredited University in an applicable discipline.

Preferred Education N/A

Licenses/Certifications None.

Required Experience No minimum experience required.

Preferred Experience N/A

Knowledge of statistical concepts and methods and their application to research analysis, of measurement, testing, and evaluation, and of research methods, principles, techniques, and philosophies. Skilled in conducting qualitative and quantitative research and in using computers, software, and statistical tools and programs. Ability to plan, organize, and oversee research projects, evaluate research data, ensure the development of measuring instruments with respect to reliability, relevance, and validity, interpret and publish research findings, and communicate effectively.

Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public. This position is designed for full-time employees. May work some evenings and/or weekends.

N/A

Full-Time

Commensurate with Experience

Commensurate with Experience

01/07/2026