Job Title

Extension Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service

Department

Biological & Agricultural Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Dallas, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Participates with faculty in the development of experiments, conducts field and laboratory work, installs and maintains research/demonstration plots under the supervision of a resident faculty member.

• Analyzes and maintains detailed records of data and prepares written summaries of results for inclusion in reports and manuscripts. Collects background information to be included in technical and non-technical publications.

• Utilizes computers to gather background research, conduct literature reviews and to generate statistical displays and reports.

• Assist in ensuring availability of proper research equipment and laboratory supplies and procures supplies when necessary.

• Other research or experimental duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience

• B.S. degree in relevant field. (Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science).

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with conducting field data collection and the analysis and presentation of data

• Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and technical equipment.

• Ability to effectively utilize computer and applicable software for data management and presentation.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Highly organized

• Ability to function as a part of a team

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of the mission and role of the land Grant University System

Appointment:

• 1-year renewable depending on availability of funds.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service.If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you.

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/extension-home/)

• Texas A&M AgriLife Research

• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/college-home/)

• Texas A&M Forest Service

• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/tvmdl-home/)

  Texas A&M AgriLife collaborates with Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Kingsville and West Texas A&M University as well as with other public and private partners.

• Prospective employee benefits

• Retirement programs

• Commitment to inclusive excellence (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/)

• Strategic plan