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Position Title Graduate Assistant forEnvironmental Science and Engineering Department (Teaching and Research) Posting Number AS771P Subdivision School of Engineering and Computing Division Col. of Engineering & Business Department Environmental Science & Engr. Location Erie, Pa Position Summary NACE Competencies:
1.Communication: The Research Assistant will clearly and effectively communicate with (1) the Principal Investigator (PI) and (2) participants for coordinating the experiment sessions and executing research experiments.
2.Professionalism: The Research Assistant will demonstrate punctuality and respect for both PI and colleagues. The Research Assistant will prioritize and complete tasks to accomplish the research goals.
Essential Functions:
The position may involve some or all of the following.
1. Ability to conduct experiments accurately and in a timely manner
2. Maintain, calibrate and operate field and laboratory instruments to measure various environmental parameters
3. Prepare chemical solutions and perform various wet chemistry tests
4. Prepare solutions, set-up and assist faculty with laboratory classes
5. Enter, clean and analyze data using Excel spreadsheets and applicable statistical programs
6. Understand and practice lab safety protocols
7. Be able to operate a university vehicle for transporting students to field sites
8. Performs other duties as assigned within the scope, responsibility, and requirements of the position.
Research assistants selected for this position are required to present the outcomes of their experience at Celebrate Gannon and/or other venues determined by the college.
Required Qualifications 1.Communication: The Research Assistant will clearly and effectively communicate with (1) the Principal Investigator (PI) and (2) participants for coordinating the experiment sessions and executing research experiments.
2.Professionalism: The Research Assistant will demonstrate punctuality and respect for both PI and colleagues. The Research Assistant will prioritize and complete tasks to accomplish the research goals.
Essential Functions:
The position may involve some or all of the following.
1. Ability to conduct experiments accurately and in a timely manner
2. Maintain, calibrate and operate field and laboratory instruments to measure various environmental parameters
3. Prepare chemical solutions and perform various wet chemistry tests
4. Prepare solutions, set-up and assist faculty with laboratory classes
5. Enter, clean and analyze data using Excel spreadsheets and applicable statistical programs
6. Understand and practice lab safety protocols
7. Be able to operate a university vehicle for transporting students to field sites
8. Performs other duties as assigned within the scope, responsibility, and requirements of the position.
Research assistants selected for this position are required to present the outcomes of their experience at Celebrate Gannon and/or other venues determined by the college.
Education: Requires full-time enrollment in the M.S. Program in ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & MANAGEMENT and an undergraduate degree in appropriate science or engineering discipline.
Experience: General chemistry coursework or experience performing wet chemistry tests.
Licenses and/or Certifications: Must have a driver's license.
University Mission: Must be able to support and promote the University's Mission.
Preferred Qualifications Experience: General chemistry coursework or experience performing wet chemistry tests.
Licenses and/or Certifications: Must have a driver's license.
University Mission: Must be able to support and promote the University's Mission.
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Exempt Status Non-Exempt Position Classification Professional Position Type GA (Research, Teaching, Athletic Training) Employment Status Part-Time Position Length 4M Hours per Week 10 Work Schedule Office Hours - Depending On Candidate's Schedule Shift 1st 
