JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary: The Sanford Lab in the Department of Soil
and Environmental Sciences is hiring a research technician to support
the Dairy, Soil, and Water Regeneration project. This is a
public-private research endeavor involving six universities, the Soil
Health Institute, the Innovation Center for US Dairy, and private
industry seeking to improve the environmental footprint of dairy
production by filling critical knowledge gaps associated with current
and novel agricultural technologies. This position involves a
combination of field, lab, and office work. As part of this multi-year
study, you will help maintain experiments and be responsible for the
collection of data relating to greenhouse gas fluxes, agronomic
performance, soil carbon stocks, and soil health parameters from large,
experimental field plot studies and farm-scale field studies. Candidates
with an interest in agricultural research and environmental monitoring
are encouraged to apply. The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
(CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces
diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are
foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a
positive and enriching learning and working environment for all
students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias,
prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms
that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We
commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and
welcoming to all. Responsibilities: Conducts research experiments with
limited supervision. Provides technical support with some degree of
independence for research projects and/or labs under moderate
supervision. 40% Prepares lab and/or field test materials and samples
according to established research requirements and specifications.
Performs lab or field tests. 20% Inspects and maintains equipment,
supplies, inventory, and facility spaces 20% Collects data and monitors
test results according to established research requirements and
specifications 15% May assist with literature reviews and/or report
writing 5% Reviews... For full info follow application link. The
University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative
Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other
bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We
promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified
individuals to apply. If you need to request an accommodation because of
a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at
the following website:
https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
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