GWCAES Research Assistant , II, III

Position Title

GWCAES Research Assistant I, II, III (Full Time)

This is a continuous posting. The position supports the GWCAES research and demonstration.

• Conduct research work, including field or laboratory study.
• Assist in data collection, curation, analysis, and project reports.
• Prepare laboratory or field sites according to detailed instructions.
• Manage inventories and supply requisitions for assigned area, check in shipments, and restock shelves/supply areas.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Candidate must hold at least an AS degree (MS or equivalent preferred) in agricultural science, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, agricultural engineering, or a related discipline.

• GWCAES Research Assistant I: AS with minimum of 5 years of experience or BS with little to no experience.
• GWCAES Research Assistant II: BS degree with 2+ years of experience or AS with 8+ years of experience.
• GWCAES Research Assistant III: BS with minimum of 5 years of experience or MS.

• Requires walking, standing, sitting, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands, and lifting up to 10 pounds.
• Exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., but not to an extreme extent.
• May involve minor safety hazards resulting in minor cuts, bruises, etc.
• Requires ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

• Excellent organizational skills and superior attention to detail.
• Basic computer fluency with Microsoft Office Suite and web conferencing tools (Word, Excel, Zoom, Teams, etc.).
• Experience in a leadership role with demonstrated critical‑thinking skills is a plus.
• Effective team player.
• Self‑driven and self‑motivated.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Travel required:

Yes. Night, weekend, and after‑hour work required:
Yes. Funding may be supported by grants or contract funding.