Seasonal, Research​/Development, Research Scientist

Title

Seasonal Employee Hourly

Environmental Sciences - 101250

H6 - Intermittent - Seasonal Hourly

Bargaining Unit Exempt

MC AC

1

14.00/ hour

Maximum of 1000 hours per calendar year.

The Ecosystem and Soil Ecology Laboratory (ESE) is seeking a research assistant to provide support in processing and analyzing soil samples for the Coastal Observations, Measurements, and Predictions Across Systems and Scales (COMPASS) Research Project.

• Process soil samples for nutrients, various soil characteristics, and soil microbial enzymes.
• Perform laboratory-based tasks including materials preparation, washing glassware, labeling samples, weighing samples, preparing reagents, pipetting samples and solutions, maintaining laboratory equipment, and entering data.
• Assist in the analysis of samples on instrumentation at the Lake Erie Center in Oregon, OH, performing sample dilutions and calibrating instruments with limited supervision after required training.
• Assist in processing soil samples from quarterly sampling campaigns upon field crew return.
• Opportunity to participate in field work at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, if applicant interest is expressed.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior coursework in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, ecology, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, or a related discipline (bachelor’s degree not required).
• Willingness and ability to learn soil and nutrient analysis procedures.
• Dependable and able to follow an agreed‑upon schedule.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively as a team member, including collaborating with staff and students from collaborating research institutions.
• Commitment to a safe and inclusive working environment.
• Effective communication skills (oral and written).
• Desire to collaborate with a large multi-institutional team.
• Ability to work closely with students, faculty, and other staff to maintain research efficiency of the project.

The University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre‑employment health screening requirements include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hr compliance or 419‑530‑4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

Professor Michael Weintraub – Michael.weintraub