Research Professional I - Engineering School
This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found.
Summary of Job Duties:
The Research Professional I for Biological and Agricultural Engineering will support the research program on improving our understanding of sustainable agricultural production practices. It involves on-farm data collection through discussion with farmers, measuring agronomic growth conditions, and maintaining monitoring instrumentation. The position will include laboratory work to quantify samples of dissolved methane gas in natural and managed waterways. The position includes data organization, data analysis, and writing with the aim of supporting publications in the peer-reviewed literature. The position is intended to support the research program more generally through data management, scientific writing and presentation, and training tasks as needed.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in science, mathematics, business administration, public administration, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
At least one year of experience in research, statistics, planning, or a related area
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in agricultural or biological engineering from an accredited institution of higher education
Academic background (i.e., coursework) in sustainability, biogeochemistry and/or food or agricultural systems
Demonstrated experience with greenhouse gas research
Demonstrated Experience with laboratory analytical techniques
Additional Information:
This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.
This position is located in Jonesboro, AR
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Dr. Benjamin Runkle
Associate Professor
brrunkle@uark.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.