Wetland Restoration Research Technician Needed
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The Department of Biological Sciences at Kent State University seeks a full time Research Technician to coordinate wetland restoration monitoring as part of the H2Ohio Wetland Monitoring Program. The technician will contribute to science-based decision making to improve environmental quality by working with a team of academic researchers from the Lake Erie and Aquatic Research Network (LEARN) in partnership with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and other wetland design and management partners throughout the state of Ohio. The successful candidate will coordinate and implement monitoring activities in H2Ohio wetland restoration projects in Northeast Ohio and contribute to program-wide data management tasks. The candidate will join a dynamic, supportive research group with opportunities for collaboration across disciplines and engagement with state policy makers, stakeholders, and public audiences. This position is supervised by Lauren Kinsman-Costello ([email protected], https://laurenkinsmancostello.weebly.com/ ).
Examples of duties include:
Qualifications:
Required: Bachelors in ecology, environmental science, geology, earth science, chemistry, data science, statistics or related field; Strong interpersonal and written communication skills; Ability and motivation to cultivate a supportive and safe work environment; Effective at working both independently and as a member of a team; Excellent organization skills; Valid U.S. driver’s license
Desired Masters or Ph.D. in ecology, environmental science, geology, earth science, chemistry, Data Science, Statistics or related field; Experience with one or more common ecosystem ecology tools, including analytical soil, sediment, or water analyses, field sampling and experimentation, and sensor system deployment and maintenance.; Competency in data management, synthesis, and analysis, using Microsoft Excel, R, GitHub, and other computational tools; Familiarity with Esri products (e.g., ArcGIS Survey123 and ArcGIS Online); Physical ability for strenuous field work; Ability to travel for field work and project meetings.
The Department of Biological Sciences at Kent State University seeks a full time Research Technician to coordinate wetland restoration monitoring as part of the H2Ohio Wetland Monitoring Program. The technician will contribute to science-based decision making to improve environmental quality by working with a team of academic researchers from the Lake Erie and Aquatic Research Network (LEARN) in partnership with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and other wetland design and management partners throughout the state of Ohio. The successful candidate will coordinate and implement monitoring activities in H2Ohio wetland restoration projects in Northeast Ohio and contribute to program-wide data management tasks. The candidate will join a dynamic, supportive research group with opportunities for collaboration across disciplines and engagement with state policy makers, stakeholders, and public audiences. This position is supervised by Lauren Kinsman-Costello ([email protected], https://laurenkinsmancostello.weebly.com/ ).
Examples of duties include:
- Implement monitoring tasks in Northeast Ohio restored wetlands, including collecting soil and water samples in the field.
- Communicate with ecosystem managers from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and other partners regarding sampling logistics and plans
- Coordinate and supervise laboratory analysis of water and soil samples.
- Contribute to writing reports, protocols, and other Monitoring Program related documents.
- Assist the H2Ohio Wetland Monitoring Program Chief Data Manager in 1) managing H2Ohio WMP data using existing workflows, 2) contributing to data management and processing standard operating procedure documentation, 3) developing and implementing training materials for data management tools and workflows.
- Mentor and supervise undergraduate student researchers and workers.
Qualifications:
Required: Bachelors in ecology, environmental science, geology, earth science, chemistry, data science, statistics or related field; Strong interpersonal and written communication skills; Ability and motivation to cultivate a supportive and safe work environment; Effective at working both independently and as a member of a team; Excellent organization skills; Valid U.S. driver’s license
Desired Masters or Ph.D. in ecology, environmental science, geology, earth science, chemistry, Data Science, Statistics or related field; Experience with one or more common ecosystem ecology tools, including analytical soil, sediment, or water analyses, field sampling and experimentation, and sensor system deployment and maintenance.; Competency in data management, synthesis, and analysis, using Microsoft Excel, R, GitHub, and other computational tools; Familiarity with Esri products (e.g., ArcGIS Survey123 and ArcGIS Online); Physical ability for strenuous field work; Ability to travel for field work and project meetings.
Graduate Student Positions available!
The Kinsman-Costello Nutrient Biogeochemistry Lab in the Department of Biological Sciences at Kent State University seeks a prospective Ph.D. student to begin in Fall 2024.
Candidates with particular interest in how wetland ecosystem hydrology shapes microbially mediated redox processes are particularly encouraged to apply. Graduate positions include guaranteed support in the form of a competitive stipend, full tuition waiver, benefits, and support for participation academic meetings. Research assistantships may be available, and support is available for the candidate to begin research activities in summer 2024 if the selected candidate is available.
Members of the Kinsman-Costello lab study the nutrient biogeochemistry of freshwater aquatic ecosystems including Great Lakes coastal wetlands, urban stormwater features, agricultural restorations, and northern peatlands.
For more information on Kinsman-Costello lab research and activities, visit our website at http://laurenkinsmancostello.weebly.com/ and/or follow me on twitter @LKCBiogeochem.
For more information about the Graduate Program in Ecology and Evolution at Kent State University, please see: https://www.kent.edu/biology/graduate
If you are an interested prospective student, please email me ([email protected]) and include your resume or CV. For full consideration, please contact me at least 2 weeks prior to when you intend to submit your application. Applications deadlines are in December, and applications for domestic (US citizens) applications from October 23-30 are FREE.
Candidates with particular interest in how wetland ecosystem hydrology shapes microbially mediated redox processes are particularly encouraged to apply. Graduate positions include guaranteed support in the form of a competitive stipend, full tuition waiver, benefits, and support for participation academic meetings. Research assistantships may be available, and support is available for the candidate to begin research activities in summer 2024 if the selected candidate is available.
Members of the Kinsman-Costello lab study the nutrient biogeochemistry of freshwater aquatic ecosystems including Great Lakes coastal wetlands, urban stormwater features, agricultural restorations, and northern peatlands.
For more information on Kinsman-Costello lab research and activities, visit our website at http://laurenkinsmancostello.weebly.com/ and/or follow me on twitter @LKCBiogeochem.
For more information about the Graduate Program in Ecology and Evolution at Kent State University, please see: https://www.kent.edu/biology/graduate
If you are an interested prospective student, please email me ([email protected]) and include your resume or CV. For full consideration, please contact me at least 2 weeks prior to when you intend to submit your application. Applications deadlines are in December, and applications for domestic (US citizens) applications from October 23-30 are FREE.