Research Assistant/Associate
Auburn University (State) | https://www.auburn.edu
Details
Application Deadline:
08/31/2025
Published:
06/05/2025
Starting Date:
between 7/1/2025 and 8/31/2025
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
Commensurate / Negotiable
Education Required:
Bachelors
Experience Required:
none
Location:
Mobile, Alabama
Description
This position is located in Mobile, Alabama at the Auburn University Marine Research and Extension Center with work being done in the Mississippi Sound and Mobile Bay.
This is a three year limited term appointment funded from external sources. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds.
This position will be responsible for assisting the Pl in the production and maintenance of “off-bottom oyster grown out areas.” Monitoring of these sites will be completed in order to determine the success of oyster survival and reproduction. Techniques to reduce predation specifically by oyster drills will also be implemented. The goal of this project is to help to determine techniques that increase the sustainability of Alabama oyster reefs. The project will also determine how best to reduce predation on oyster populations. This position will require time spent in the field where working conditions can occasionally be wet and/or muddy, lab, office and meetings. The selected candidate should be comfortable in all.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
This is a three year limited term appointment funded from external sources. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds.
This position will be responsible for assisting the Pl in the production and maintenance of “off-bottom oyster grown out areas.” Monitoring of these sites will be completed in order to determine the success of oyster survival and reproduction. Techniques to reduce predation specifically by oyster drills will also be implemented. The goal of this project is to help to determine techniques that increase the sustainability of Alabama oyster reefs. The project will also determine how best to reduce predation on oyster populations. This position will require time spent in the field where working conditions can occasionally be wet and/or muddy, lab, office and meetings. The selected candidate should be comfortable in all.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assist PI with the building of the grow-out area and implementation of the predator control structures
- Assist in the completion of the necessary permitting to get the project up and running
- Assist with monitoring for survivability, reproduction, predation, and larval settlement after grow-out areas are completed
- Maintain records/databases and files of research; assist with grant reporting
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
Minimum Skills and Abilities | Must possess strong writing, communication, computer, and organizational skills and be capable of working independently and lifting up to 50 pounds during field work. Vessel experience- trailering, backing, launching, recovering, operating.
Minimum License and Certifications | A valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment is required as well as reliable transportation to sites (with mileage reimbursement).Dive certification or the ability to obtain one within 4 months of employment
Desired Qualifications | Field experience, dive experience, data collection, boat work, sampling experience, writing experience
BS required, MS preferred from an accredited institution in fisheries, ecology, biology, or similar/related field.
Documents Needed to Apply
BS required, MS preferred from an accredited institution in fisheries, ecology, biology, or similar/related field.
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Minimum Qualifications |
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
All levels require a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Biology, Fisheries, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline at the time employment begins.
Level I: No experience required
Level II: 2 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level III: 4 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level IV: 6 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
All levels require a Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Biology, Fisheries, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline at the time employment begins.
Level I: No experience required
Level II: 2 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level III: 4 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level IV: 6 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Advanced degrees accepted in lieu of years of experience
*Salary commensurate with education and experience
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
All levels require a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Biology, Fisheries, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline at the time employment begins.
Level I: No experience required
Level II: 2 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level III: 4 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level IV: 6 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
All levels require a Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Biology, Fisheries, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline at the time employment begins.
Level I: No experience required
Level II: 2 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level III: 4 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Level IV: 6 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Advanced degrees accepted in lieu of years of experience
*Salary commensurate with education and experience
Contact
PJ Waters
waterph@auburn.edu (preferred contact method)