Extension Assistant

## Extension Assistant Apply locations:
Dallas, TXtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-093941
** Job Title
** Extension Assistant
** Agency
* * Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
** Department
* * Biological & Agricultural Engineering
** Proposed Minimum Salary**$2,916.67 monthly
** Job Location
** Dallas, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description
**** About Texas A&M Agri Life
** 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.

to learn more about how
* you* can be a part of Agri Life and make a difference in the world!
** Position Information
**** Responsibilities:
*** Participates with faculty in the development of experiments, conducts field and laboratory work, installs and maintains research/demonstration plots under the supervision of a resident faculty member.
* Analyzes and maintains detailed records of data and prepares written summaries of results for inclusion in reports and manuscripts.  Collects background information to be included in technical and non-technical publications.
* Utilizes computers to gather background research, conduct literature reviews and to generate statistical displays and reports.
* Assist in ensuring availability of proper research equipment and laboratory supplies and procures supplies when necessary.
* Other research or experimental duties as assigned.
*
* Required Qualifications:

*** Bachelor's degree in relevant field. (Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or similar degree).
** Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

*** Experience with conducting field data collection and the analysis and presentation of data
* Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and technical equipment.
* Ability to effectively utilize computer and applicable software for data management and presentation. Knowledge of MS Excel including generating graphs.
* Good writing skills.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Highly organized.
* Ability to function as a part of a team.
* Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
** Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

*** Knowledge and understanding of the mission and role of the land Grant University System.
** Why Work at Texas A&M Agri Life?
** 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  addition, Texas A&M Agri Life offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
* 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
** Applicant Instructions
** Applications received by Texas A&M Agri Life 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 in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a Linked In profile to prepopulate the online application.
** Required Documents
** CV/ Resume Cover letter

List of references

Certifications/additional documentation

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.
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