Research Scientist 2 - req# 27802 - University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
About the Job
Research Scientist 2
Requisition ID | req27802 |
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Working Title | Research Scientist 2 |
Position Grade | 12 |
Position Summary | The QuEST Project (Quantifying Ecosystem exports across Space and Time) seeks applications for Research Scientist 2 position with a focus on data management and project coordination. We are looking for a motivated and organized person with a background in ecology, data analytics, biogeochemistry, and/or hydrology to join our team. This multi-institutional research program spans five states (NM, NV, AL, AR, NH) and seven institutions including collaboration with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The project will address hydrologic and biogeochemical change in headwater stream networks. Our approach integrates hydrologic modeling with complementary hydrologic and biogeochemical observations within five watersheds across the United States cross-continental aridity gradient. Details
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Conditions of Employment |
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Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. |
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Campus | Main - Albuquerque, NM |
Department | A & S Interdisciplinary Programs (286A) |
Employment Type | Staff |
Staff Type | Term - Full-Time |
Term End Date | 6/30/2024 |
Status | Exempt |
Pay | Monthly: $3,589.73 - $4,316.00 |
Benefits Eligible | This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. |
ERB Statement | As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. |
Background Check Required | Yes |
For Best Consideration Date | 1/15/2024 |
Eligible for Remote Work | Yes |
Eligible for Remote Work Statement | Partial but not fully remote work options are available for exceptional candidates. |
Application Instructions | Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. Cover letter clearly stating the following: - A brief overview of degree work and general research interests - An expression of interest in the types of data that the project is collecting and how it relates to previous research experience - A statement of experience with the data tools mentioned in the qualifications, with clear evidence provided when either required or preferred qualifications are met by the candidates work history - A statement of interest or commitment to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the sciences, particularly as it relates to mentoring trainees.Curriculum vitae and Application with complete background/work history |
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff. | |