Research Associate, Research Scientist

Position Overview

Performs research activities and analysis; implements and evaluates research procedures and data. Records observations and measurements then reports results. Responsible for analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision with a certain degree of creativity and latitude. May supervise junior research personnel.

• Provide technical support in planning and/or designing of scientific projects, studies, or applications
• Plan and conduct research and analysis of scientific data
• Interpret test results and compare with determined standards and limits
• Identify and evaluate scientific samples and determine need for further testing
• Develop recommendations and/or provide solutions, standards, and protocol to a wide range of difficult problems
• Plan, design, develop, monitor and/or evaluate portions of a scientific project, study, or application
• Provide scientific evaluations/assessments
• Research, implement, standardize, and evaluate new procedures
• Maintain detailed records of results and prepare written reports acceptable to the Principal Investigator and funding agencies
• Other duties as assigned

• Two years of post‑bachelor’s research experience related to the domain of this position

• Bachelor’s Degree in wildlife biology or related field

• MS thesis‑based degree in wildlife biology or related field and 8 months of full‑time experience conducting field research on wild bird populations in field settings

• None

Pay Range: $50,000 annually or higher depending on experience

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.