Technical Aide

Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI • 1d ago

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.

Unit Position Summary

Assists in data collection and overseeing field operations for Water Alliance flagship project focused on plastic clean-up in the Grand River; analyzes resultant data for the purpose of fulfilling project requirements. General research, data analysis and communications support for flagship project.

Responsibilities will also include reviewing and editing science and research write ups; support of some administrative tasks related to the unit in order to assist in accomplishing the goals of the Water Alliance.

Characteristic Duties - Responsibilities

Compiles, summarizes and assists in data analysis and entry to help prepare flagship plastic project reports.

Regularly attends meetings with research group on flagship plastic project.

Facilitates, prepares, and distributes agenda materials and records minutes for regular and special meetings for flagship plastic project.

Oversees field needs and assists in ordering materials, supplies and equipment for flagship plastic project.

Performs field work for the purpose of data collection on flagship plastic project.

Assists in coordinating research field operations to meet research goals.

Receives, collects and processes complex and diverse information in order to provide information for external agencies.

Prepares and/or assists in developing and compiling required reports.

Interacts with University personnel, students, and external agencies in order to verify information and ensure that records and resultant actions are correct.

Types, edits and proofreads correspondence, letters, proposals and other materials.

Completes a wide range of computer tasks, including correspondence, reports, tables, agreements and other documentation to assist with the goals of the Water Alliance.

Types, edits and proofreads correspondence, letters, proposals and other materials.

Reviews and edits science and research write ups to assist with the goals of the Water Alliance.

Consults with research supervisor in order to support planning and designing of field experiments for flagship plastic project.

Acts as a resource person to internal and external individuals regarding flagship plastic project.

Researches literature in order to maintain a current knowledge of research methods and terminology for the flagship plastic project.

Works in a lab setting for purpose of passive observation, information gathering, and regulatory compliance.

60% General research and data analysis support for flagship plastic project.

15% Reviewing and editing science and research write ups

15% Administrative support to assist in accomplishing the goals of the Water Alliance.

10% Overseeing field operation of project.

This will be a temporary position for 40 hours per week.

Desired Qualifications

Strong organizational skills to be able to manage, prioritize multiple tasks; ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

Bachelor's degree in science, engineering or similar field of study preferably with an understanding of different @types of plastic packaging. Experience coordinating meetings, developing agendas, documenting outcomes, collaborating with external partners, supporting investigators with basic grant applications, budget and justification development, and proposal assembly and reviews; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

CV, References - names and emails

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

water.msu.edu

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