Research Specialist -II

Job Title

Research Specialist I-II

Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi

Harte Research Institute

Commensurate

Corpus Christi, Texas

Staff

This position is responsible for field sampling, sample analysis and data management related to coastal water quality studies.

Functional Area

1:
Research – 75% of time

• Works collaboratively with the P.I. to develop student work schedules
• Manages all field sampling activities to ensure project success and personal safety
• Operates university vehicles and boats to support field logistics, including transportation of personnel and equipment to research sites
• Performs sample processing upon return of samples to the laboratory
• Performs other duties as assigned

Functional Area

2:
Data Management – 20% of time

• Collects all lab data and enters it into master databases
• Performs quality control checks on all data and metadata
• Uploads data to appropriate data repositories

Functional Area

3:
Training of team personnel – 5% of time

• Trains team personnel on field sampling safety and boat usage
• Documents training sessions

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study
• Four (4) years of related experience
• Additional education may be used as a substitute for the minimum experience requirement:
• Master's degree in a related field of study and two (2) years of related experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study
• Six (6) years of related experience
• Additional education may be used as a substitute for the minimum experience requirement:
• Master's degree in a related field of study and four (4) years of related experience

• Valid Driver's License
• Experience operating small boats in estuarine waters
• Ability to conduct field work under a variety of weather conditions
• Experience operating water quality sondes
• Experience with data management software
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
• Ability to lift moderately heavy objects
• Ability to exert heavy force
• Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Annual: $46,036.00 – $59,576.00 (Approximate)
• Monthly: $3,836.34 – $4,964.67 (Approximate)

This position is grant‑funded. Continued employment is contingent upon continued funding.

Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.

Insurance:

• Medical – $0 to $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
  Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Day Care Spending Account

Dual Career Partner Program

On‑campus wellness opportunities

Work Life Solutions:
Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:
Public Loan Forgiveness, Book scholarships, 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply)

Retirement:
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP);
Voluntary Tax‑Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off: 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month; 8 hours of sick leave every month; 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave; 12–15 paid holidays each year

All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.