Research Scientist, Asst Zoology & Physiology (Zimova Lab)

Description

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JOB TITLE:

Research Scientist Asst

JOB PURPOSE:

Research Scientists are academic professionals whose primary responsibilities are to conduct and support research. UW Regulation 2-7 describes the activities that fall into this set of responsibilities for faculty; the same definition of research applies to Academic Professionals.

We are seeking a Research Scientist to support a broad portfolio of ecological and evolutionary research projects in the labs of Drs. Marketa Zimova and Sean Giery. The Research Scientist will contribute to study design field and laboratory data collection data management and analysis and preparation of scientific manuscripts and grant proposals. The position involves active collaboration with faculty postdocs graduate students undergraduate students and external collaborators.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with PIs postdocs graduate and undergraduate students and collaborators to plan implement monitor and interpret research studies in ecology and evolution.
• Participate in research method development and project design.
• Collect organize and manage data from field studies laboratory work and collaborators.
• Conduct statistical analyses.
• Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts presentations reports grant proposals research permits and other materials.
• Help train and supervise graduate and undergraduate students.
• Oversee daily operations of the PIs labs and ensure a productive and safe research environment.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop maintain and update standard operating procedures and quality control protocols to ensure safety and data integrity.
• Provide instruction to students staff and external collaborators on safe and effective field and laboratory research practices.
• Maintain inventories of supplies and equipment; coordinate purchasing and maintenance of research equipment and supplies.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability
• Attention to detail
• Collaboration
• Individual Leadership
• Initiative
• Innovation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree in Ecology and Evolution Wildlife Biology or a closely related field.
• Experience with field research methods for wildlife ecology including remote camera trapping small mammal live trapping and ultrasonic acoustic monitoring.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis using R including hierarchical multinomial logistic regression and mixed-effects models.
• Valid drivers license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP .
• Experience driving and safely operating 4WD vehicles and ATVs in remote field settings.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor students and coordinate research activities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience contributing to or leading the preparation of scientific manuscripts presentations and other research products.
• Prior involvement in multi-institutional or highly collaborative research projects.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following documents for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

** Due to a current system limitation you may only be prompted to upload your resume/CV and a Cover Letter. To ensure your application is complete we recommend you put all of your application materials into one file with your cover letter. However if youre experiencing any issues in doing so please send any additional application materials to and a recruiter will manually add them to your application packet. To help us process your application more efficiently please include the 6-digit job ID number (located at the bottom of the job posting) in your email.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please contact us at or email .

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