Environmental Field Research Associate
Education or Equivalency Required
- Bachelor's degree in an environmental-related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications
- At least 3 years of experience relevant to the duties of this job description
- Demonstrated experience with the use of common cordless power tools, chainsaw, and other brush clearing tools
- Experience maintaining and troubleshooting water quality research equipment used in the field
- At least 2 years of supervisory experience
- The ability to travel statewide on a regular basis, involvement in occasional overnight fieldwork over periods of varying duration and the ability to work in harsh field conditions or inclement weather
- Ability to occasionally move 100 lbs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- State of Iowa certification for licensed well driller within 6 months of hire
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse teams.
- A valid driver’s license is required and continued compliance with the standards of the University Driving Policy.
Desirable Qualifications
- At least 3 years of experience with multiple construction skills
Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Jade Rogers at jade-o-rogers@uiowa.edu.
Benefits Highlights
- Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
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