Climate Smart Research Associate

Job summary
To assist in soil chemistry lab to run various lab assays.Conduct data analysis using statistical software, prepare graphs, write reports, grant proposals and publications.Other duties as assigned.
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Collect, process, and analyze soil, seed, and plant biomass samples for various nutrient analyses.• Additional soil health analyses will be carried on soil samples.• Conduct data analysis using statistical software, prepare graphs and write project reports.• Present results to stakeholders.• Review of literature for research and extension projects.• Write publications and grant proposals and present project results at conferences.• Writing, editing, and proofreading protocols.• Responsible to train, lead, and assist summer helpers, graduate students, and research staff in their research projects.• Assist in recruiting workers and providing training for various tasks.• Other duties as deemed necessary to support Nutrient Management Program and Edisto REC.
Requirements
• Education - Master's Degree - Agriculture or a closely related field• Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000• Highly motivated individual with good oral and written communication skills and strong interest in lab and data analysis.• Work independently and in a team setting.• Attention to detail and pro-active.