Extension Assistant

Job Title Extension Assistant Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Department Biological & Agricultural Engineering Proposed Minimum Salary $2,916.67 monthly Job Location Dallas, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description About   Texas A&M AgriLife     Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:   Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service   Texas A&M AgriLife Research   College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University   Texas A&M Forest Service   Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory   As the   nation’s   largest   most   comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences 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, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.   Click   here   to learn more about how   you   can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!   Position   Information 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 Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in relevant field. (Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or similar degree). 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. Knowledge of MS Excel including generating graphs. Good writing skills. 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. Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?   When you choose to  work  for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.   In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit pack age   including the following:    Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance   with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums    12-15 days of annual paid holidays     Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month   Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas     Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife   Applica nt   Instructions   Applications received by Texas A& M   AgriLife   must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.   Required   D ocuments   CV/ Resume   Cover letter   List of references   Certifications/additional documentation 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.