Summary
Date Posted: Sunday, October 16, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Research Associate I

Key responsibilities
• Soil & manure sample preparation (drying, grinding, sieving), storage, weighing, and analysis following Standard Operating Procedures
• Collection of gas samples from manual chambers for soil and manure GHG flux measurements; preparation of GC vials (evacuation, labelling, cleaning)
• Collection of soil and manure samples from manure trials in the lab and field (Kapiti).
• Assisting the laboratory technician with analysis of soil pH, texture, and nutrient content
• General Soil Lab cleanliness, cleaning and storage of glassware using prescribed methods
• Safe disposal of spent chemicals and containers and organizing with EOHS under guidance of the lab manager for safe collection
• Summarize the analyzed data in a clear concise manner using prescribed spreadsheets and submit weekly to the soil lab technician in charge

Requirements
• BSc. in Environmental Science, Ecology, Rangeland Management, Environmental Management, Agriculture, or similar
• One year of experience in the relevant field
• Technical training in greenhouse gas sampling and soil sampling
• Experience with lab incubations and field experiments is an asset
• Basics in biosafety and First Aid Training
• Ability to communicate effectively, work independently and work productively in a multidisciplinary, multicultural team.
Closing: 27 October 2022

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
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