About the role
This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.
Unit Position SummaryAssists in data collection and overseeing field operations for Water Alliance flagship project focused on plastic clean-up in the Grand River; analyzes resultant data for the purpose of fulfilling project requirements. General research, data analysis and communications support for flagship project.
Responsibilities will also include reviewing and editing science and research write ups; support of some administrative tasks related to the unit in order to assist in accomplishing the goals of the Water Alliance.
Characteristic Duties – Responsibilities
Compiles, summarizes and assists in data analysis and entry to help prepare flagship plastic project reports.
Regularly attends meetings with research group on flagship plastic project.
Facilitates, prepares, and distributes agenda materials and records minutes for regular and special meetings for flagship plastic project.
Oversees field needs and assists in ordering materials, supplies and equipment for flagship plastic project.
Performs field work for the purpose of data collection on flagship plastic project.
Assists in coordinating research field operations to meet research goals.
Responsibilities will also include reviewing and editing science and research write ups; support of some administrative tasks related to the unit in order to assist in accomplishing the goals of the Water Alliance.
60% General research and data analysis support for flagship plastic project.
15% Reviewing and editing science and research write ups
15% Administrative support to assist in accomplishing the goals of the Water Alliance.
10% Overseeing field operation of project.
This will be a temporary position for 40 hours per week.
Desired QualificationsStrong organizational skills to be able to manage, prioritize multiple tasks; ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Bachelor's degree in science, engineering or similar field of study preferably with an understanding of different types of plastic packaging. Experience coordinating meetings, developing agendas, documenting outcomes, collaborating with external partners, supporting investigators with basic grant applications, budget and justification development, and proposal assembly and reviews; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application MaterialsCV, References - names and emails
Work HoursSTANDARD 8-5
Websitewater.msu.edu
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