Job Information
Texas Tech University TTU Research Associate in Lubbock, Texas
37605BR
Extended Job Title:
TTU Research Associate
Position Description:
Performs specialized work in the planning, conducting and/or supervising of original research. Responsible for participating in, planning, scheduling and/or supervising research projects and the interpretation of the results for publication. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.
Requisition ID:
37605BR
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions:
Lead and manage field crews as part of the Landmark field research program.
Develop grant proposals.
Grant, permit, and land-owner report writing.
Produce and submit manuscripts for peer-review publications.
Manage the Landmark’s GIS database.
Administer the Landmark’s special samples databases and loans.
Conduct Quaternary vertebrate paleontology research, including taphonomic and vertebrate analysis.
Aid in exhibit development.
Lead and supervise staff and students in bone conservation.
Help to develop educational and outreach programs for the public.
Aid in volunteer and student recruitment.
Other duties as assigned by Director, Lubbock Lake Landmark.
Ability to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously.
Must be eligible for approval to drive University vehicles.
Demonstrated ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively as a team member, sometimes across organizational boundaries.
Experience interacting with the public.
Experience with Filemaker Pro databases
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Solid organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills
Grant Funded?:
No
Pay Basis:
Monthly
Work Location:
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications:
Five years of field research and laboratory experience.
Quaternary research focus.
Field research experience in the Southern High Plains region of Texas and New Mexico.
Three years of bone conservation experience.
Department:
Museum
Required Attachments:
Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Group:
Research Staff
Shift:
Day
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree or specialized academic training beyond the Bachelor's level in a particular field of science or engineering equivalent to a Master's degree. One year research experience. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
Yes
About the Department and/or College:
Located along the northern outskirts of Lubbock, the Lubbock Lake Landmark is an active 336-acre archaeological and natural history preserve in Yellowhouse Draw within a mixed grass prairie setting. It serves the academic and public communities year-round and is an important regional green space.
Safety Information:
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University:
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.