Research Associate and Sr. Research Associate

Overview

Research Associate and Sr. Research Associate positions at Texas A&M Agri Life Research, Blackland Research & Extension Center, Temple, Texas. The position is in the research domain focusing on agro-ecosystem modeling and client-facing modeling workshops, with salary commensurate to qualifications.

The Blackland Research & Extension Center in Temple, Texas is seeking a Research Associate or Senior Research Associate depending on the candidate's qualifications. The Research Associate will aid in the development and application of the agro-ecosystem framework in SWAT/SWAT+/HAWQS models; work effectively within a modeling group comprised of ARS, Agri Life, and other personnel; actively participate in joint research activities; effectively manage and complete assigned tasks;

and assist in writing python/R programming scripts to optimize processing time, making the current decision support systems more efficient and reliable. The Senior Research Associate level will additionally involve leading in conducting modeling workshops for clients and lead in managing clients  communication, projects, and deliverables.

• Aid in development and application of the agro-ecosystem framework in SWAT/SWAT+/HAWQS models.
• Collaborate within a modeling group (ARS, Agri Life, and others) to support joint research activities.
• Manage and complete assigned tasks; write python/R scripts to optimize processing time and improve decision support systems.
• For Senior Research Associate: lead modeling workshops for clients and manage client communications, projects, and deliverables.

Research Associate requires a Master s degree in Ecology, agronomy, Geology, Environmental Science/Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related disciplines with emphasis on SWAT/SWAT+/HAWQS modeling or agro-ecosystem assessment. Or a Bachelor s degree in these fields with emphasis on SWAT/SWAT+/HAWQS modeling or agro-ecosystem assessment and two years of related experience.

Senior Research Associate requires a Master s degree in Ecology, agronomy, Geology, Environmental Science/Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related disciplines with emphasis on SWAT/SWAT+/HAWQS modeling or agro-ecosystem assessment and two years of related experience. Or a Bachelor s degree in these fields with emphasis on SWAT/SWAT+/HAWQS modeling or agro-ecosystem assessment and four years of related experience.

In addition to the required education and experience both positions require the following qualifications:

• Interdisciplinary teamwork skills with researchers across different disciplines.
• Flexibility to perform work in a team or individually with supervision.
• Good communication, interpersonal skills, professionalism, and competency.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Knowledge of computer models for watershed assessment.
• Knowledge of programming or scripting languages such as Python, Fortran, R, or others.
• Experience in remote sensing data analysis and geographic information systems.
• Experience in quantitative data analysis.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Salary:
Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate s qualifications.

Position Funding:
This position is grant funded and availability is contingent on grant funding.

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 constituents. Texas A&M Agri Life offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid vacation, retirement system enrollment, and wellness initiatives.

Applications must include all job application data or a resume. Applicants are encouraged to upload a resume or use a Linked In profile to prepopulate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive and require criminal history checks and credential verification as per institution procedures. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Research Services