Research Assistant (GR004070)

USNH Employees should apply within Workday through the Jobs Hub appThe Research Assistant is an adjunct staff position within the Earth Systems Research Center, supporting grant-funded research focused on forest ecology and management. This position plays an essential role in the execution of field-based and lab-based research activities, contributing to the collection, documentation, and management of biological and environmental data in support of ongoing funded projects. Under the direction of the Research Scientist, the Research Assistant independently carries out field data collection and lab sample processing protocols, maintains accurate records, and ensures the integrity of research data in accordance with established procedures. This position requires applied knowledge of plant biology and field research methods, as well as the ability to work in variable outdoor conditions.Duties/ResponsibilitiesField Data Collection (65%)Collect leaf, soil, and environmental samples from field plots following established research protocolsMeasure tree growth, soil respiration, and other plot characteristicsSample Processing and Data Management (30%)Process, label, and store collected samples according to protocolEnter field data into spreadsheets or research databases in a timely and accurate mannerAssist with organization and basic quality checks of research dataEquipment maintenance (5%)Maintain, clean, calibrate field equipment and toolsDownload dataloggers, and manage batteryMinimum Acceptable Education & ExperienceBachelor's DegreeRequired Licenses & CertificationsValid Driver’s LicenseRequired Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of northeastern forests, ecological field experience, comfortable working outside in all conditionsApplicant InstructionsApplicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)Resume/CVCompensation Pay Range$18.00 /hourPlease be advised that this position is supported by external sponsor funding. As such, continued employment in this role is contingent upon the availability of those external funds. If, for any reason, the sponsor funding is reduced or discontinued, employment may be subject to modification or termination in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.EEO StatementThe University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human ResourcesLocation:DurhamSalary GradeAdjunct Hourly Staff 00