Job description
Position Purpose
To assist with multiple ongoing ecological research projects in freshwater ecology.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree with a major in Biological Science, Environmental Science, or the equivalent, or current pursuit of such a degree.
Skills & Knowledge
- Interest in field ecology.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Works well in teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ideally, pursuing concurrent work with the Lake Sunapee Protective Association as part of their water quality sampling program.
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Employment Category
Temporary Part time
Schedule
Partly remote. Most work must be done onsite in the field or laboratory. To end by 9/30/23.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Kathy Cottingham
Department Contact Phone Number
603-646-0216
Department Contact for Cover Letter
Kathy Cottingham, Professor
Contact's Phone Number
603-646-0216
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.
https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities
Data Collection – 80%
- Participates in field sampling of Lake Sunapee and its incoming tributaries as requested, including organizing data sheets, labeling sample bottles, and packing gear for sampling trips.
- Assists with field sampling of other New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine lakes and streams if requested and as available.
- Helps construct in situ data loggers, deploy them, download data on a regular basis, and manage the resulting data streams.
- In all tasks, follows established methods and procedures.
- Maintains written records of activities and observations: apply past experience and precedents to identify and troubleshoot problems and ask for help when needed.
- Reports data to the principal investigator, graduate students, and collaborators and assist in their analysis as appropriate.
- Adheres to field safety requirements including all water safety precautions.
Records – 10%
- Collects and enters data from field and laboratory studies.
- Shares data promptly with the PI and others who have need of the data.
- Summarizes results and prepares progress reports for oral presentation at laboratory meetings.
- Prepares appropriate and understandable representations of data such as graphs, charts, tables, statistical summaries, etc.
Miscellaneous – 10%
- Communicates respectfully with a diverse community.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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