Type of position | Research Associate – Contract type: Letter of Appointment |
Employer | Montana State University – Bozeman |
Description of Employer | Montana State University in Bozeman is the state Land Grant University. Information about the University, the Campus, and Bozeman can be found at https://www.montana.edu/about/ |
Location | Bozeman, Montana |
Description of Location | Information about the University, the Campus, and Bozeman can be found at https://www.montana.edu/about/ |
Salary | Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. |
Benefits | Eligible |
Closing date of competition | Upon completion of a successful search. |
Date position available | Upon completion of a successful search |
Description of duties |
The Research Associate will be expected to coordinate activities with supervisors (Dr. Jane Mangold and Dr. Fabian Menalled) to accomplish the objectives of the Weed and Invasive Plant Ecology and Management Program in close communication but often with minimal supervision in conducting various tasks. Research sites will occur across Montana with the hub of activity originating in the Gallatin Valley near MSU. Occasionally, due to travel across the state and/or during field season (approximately May through October), long days will be required to perform time-sensitive weed management operations. Ability to acquire strong operational skills for small to medium-sized tractors, pesticide sprayers, tillage equipment, seeders, small-scale plot harvesters, and other farm and range management equipment is required. Basic mechanical skills are a key asset. Accurate data capture is required for a wide range of crops and rangeland plant communities in a variety of experiments. The ability to work with student researchers and supervise seasonal staff in accurate data collection and other routine field work is also required. Statistical analysis, report writing, and oral presentation skills are encouraged.
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Qualifications sought |
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Contact for additional information | Dr. Fabian Menalled ([email protected]) or Dr. Jane Mangold (jane.mangold.edu) |
Application procedure | |
Submit what | apply online at https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/33296 |
Submit to | apply online at https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/33296 |
Additional Information | The applicant must be able to tolerate soil and plant dust and pesticide application while wearing recommended safety gear. This position requires seasonal travel to field sites to plant, maintain, and harvest research plots and therefore requires a valid driver’s license. During trips to remote field locations, and or during planting and harvest, work hours may be more than 8 hours per individual day. Overnight trips may be required. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a pesticide applicators license within six months of the hire date. |
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