Senior Research Specialist (Nres)

Senior Research Specialist (NRES)

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences

College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

WE TRANSFORM LIVES.

Everything we do is designed to improve the quality of life of the people in the state of Illinois, across the nation, and around the world. We discover, develop, translate, and disseminate knowledge to address societal concerns and train the next generation of experts and leaders in a way that empowers them to expand the boundaries and applications of science and education to higher levels of understanding and influence.

Be a part of our story.

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (https://nres.illinois.edu) is seeking qualified applicants for a position as a Senior Research Specialist in Fort Cavazos, Texas.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct monitoring and research in support of the efforts at Fort Cavazos, including monitoring of pollinators, pest insects, and migratory birds.

• Data curating and analysis associated with the different projects, including the use of multi-variate statistics, and using program R.

• Writing annual scientific reports and submitting permits.

• Hiring technicians and approving timesheets.

• Developing yearly budgets and purchasing supplies.

• Vehicle management (making sure the fleet is operational).

• Collaborating with other researchers as well as Army personnel.

• Maintenance of the MOTUS tower to investigate the movement of birds and other taxa on the installation, and analysis of these data using program R or other coding languages.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in ecology or an equivalent degree.

• 2 years of experience monitoring biodiversity on an Army installation.

• Ability to identify birds that commonly occur on Fort Cavazos by sight and sound.

• Knowledge of the plant and pollinator community in central Texas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Good writing and communication skills.

• Experience producing reports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of activities on army installations.

• Ability to curate data in MS Excel.

• Ability to analyze data in program R.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability to multitask (managing multiple projects at the same time).

• Knowledge of feral hog control.

• Knowledge of the limiting factor of pollinators.

• Knowledge of the life history of birds in central Texas.

• Knowledge of the common pest management issues in central Texas.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible on or after August 16th, 2024. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The budgeted salary range for the position is $58,000 to $65,000.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 14, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact nres-hr@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1024575

Job Category: Academic Professional

Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu