Research Technician II (Temporary)

at  University of Arizona

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

The Stoner Lab at the University of Arizona’s School of Natural Resources and the Environment is seeking to hire a research technician to support PhD Candidate Mallory Davies in the development of a PIT tag detection device to be fitted to hummingbird feeders. We anticipate selecting a candidate in early August, so please reach out as soon as you can with questions or to express interest in the position. Please reach out to Mallory Davies, mallorydavies@arizona.edu, with any questions concerning the position.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.
• Three years of relevant field experience; OR, Equivalent combination of education and work experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, wildlife biology or related fields.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Possesses a general knowledge of nectar bat behavior.
• Has acquired the knowledge and skills necessary to be proficient in all aspects of job, such as knowledge and skills in the development of PIT tag detectors and antenna systems.
• Familiarity and use of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word and Excel), ArcGIS, R, and/or Garmin BaseCamp

Lab work:

Principle Responsibilities:

• Operates, maintains and troubleshoots scientific apparatuses, equipment and instruments.
• Collects and compiles research data. Completes basic calculations of test results.
• Sets up and performs a variety of lab or field tests and operations. Records results, makes observations, analyzes data, and interprets test results.
• Modifies existing equipment or designs and fabricates requisite equipment.
• Collaborates in the development of new strategies, techniques and equipment.
• Coordinates the acquisition of lab supplies.

Science Communication:

Principle Responsibilities:

• Provide basic instruction to others on the use of this equipment by running workshops and creating protocols.
• Participates in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative results.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Possesses a general knowledge of nectar bat behavior.
• Has acquired the knowledge and skills necessary to be proficient in all aspects of job, such as knowledge and skills in the development of PIT tag detectors and antenna systems.
• Familiarity and use of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word and Excel), ArcGIS, R, and/or Garmin BaseCamp.