Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title Limnology Lab Manager

Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

Posting Summary

The Morales-Williams lab at the Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Laboratory seeks a laboratory manager to lead water chemistry analyses, coordinate and conduct limnological field work on small lakes and Lake Champlain in Vermont, and contribute to training undergraduate and graduate students in laboratory and field methods. Train undergraduate and graduate students in laboratory and field safety, laboratory methods, and instrument use. Maintain field and laboratory data and code quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) pipelines.

Field research activities include: coordinate and contribute to field research activities on small inland lakes and Lake Champlain. Schedule vehicle and vessel use. Field activities include instrument deployment, calibration, and maintenance (data buoy, multi-parameter sondes, data loggers), chemical, physical, and biological sample collection.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s degree in limnology, stream ecology, environmental chemistry or related discipline with a minimum of two year’s experience in water chemistry analysis and standard limnological methods. Expertise required in analytical chemistry for water quality analysis. Demonstrated expertise in water chemistry analysis, limnological field techniques, data processing and QA/QC using R software, ability to work effectively and collaborate with a diverse team, and an aptitude for creative problem solving.

Desirable Qualifications

Master’s degree in limnology, stream ecology, environmental chemistry or related discipline.

Anticipated Pay Range $28.20/hr (approximately $55,000/year)

Other Information

This is currently a two-year grant funded position, with a goal to extend funding. After two years, this position is contingent on continued funding.

About the Morales-Williams Lab:

This lab group integrates phytoplankton community ecology and biogeochemistry to understand lake ecosystem response to global change. Ongoing projects investigate the influence of stochastic environmental processes on algal community assembly and carbon cycling. We operate the water chemistry laboratory at the Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Lab.

Our group is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive community. Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Open Date 06/13/2024

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

Position Information

Position Title Lab/Research Technician Sr

Posting Number S5124PO

Department Rubenstein Sch Env & Nat Res/57000

Position Number 00027079

Employee FTE 1.0

Employee Term 12

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

  Optional Documents

• Other Document (1)

• Other Document (2)