OPS Laboratory Research Assistant (CEDB) – Pool Position Available In Escambia, Florida

OPS Laboratory Research Assistant (CEDB) – Pool
Job no: 495970
Work type: Temporary

Location:

Pensacola – Main Campus

Categories:

Center for Environmental Diagnostics and Bioremediation (CEDB)
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Position Title (Classification Title): OPS Laboratory Research Assistant (CEDB) – Pool

Working Title:

Research Assistant

Job Summary:

The responsibilities of the Research Assistant/Associate are research-related. Research
Assistants/Associates provide professional-level support related to research and creative activities that contribute to the mission of the CEDB, under direct supervision by the Director or Principal Investigator.
Examples of responsibilities
Serves in a research capacity for project within the university, which may include the following duties and responsibilities:

• Performs tasks related to specific function/program assigned
• Assumes responsibilities and assists faculty members in research and creative activities for a designated research area
• Develops work plans in accordance with research objectives
• Assists in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of data and/or research findings
• Assists with development and evaluation of materials related to the scope of the research project
• Assists in specialized administrative, technical, or editorial duties connected to research and creative
  activities
• Prepares reports as needed
• Supervises/coordinates participants for data collection
• Supervises/coordinates scoring of project data
• Completes other tasks as assigned by the principal investigator(s)
• Works on supporting ongoing research grants and assisting faculty with developing new grant
  applications.

The department is building an applicant pool for temporary, permanent part-time, or full-time
opportunities. Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis.
Department CEDB

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Minimum Qualifications:

• Skilled with organizing resources and establishing priorities
• Skilled with planning, organization, coordination of activities
• Skilled in the use of personal computer and related software applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Position Qualifications:

• Experience with issues pertaining to research and scope of research projects
• Experience with higher education research principles and practices
• Experience with establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff and faculty
  Preferred Qualifications MS degree in marine biology, marine science, fisheries, or other related field.

Two years of water quality
monitoring or other field sampling experience. Ability to trailer and drive boats in inshore and nearshore
conditions.

Physical Demands:

Physical Requirements:

No unusual physical requirement. Requires no heavy lifting and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.

Impact of Deadlines:

Work schedules, volume of work, or priorities seldom change. Able to anticipate new work. Minimum distractions or interruptions. Seldom involves conflicting demands on time.

Standing:

Daily

Walking:

Daily

Sitting:

Daily
Reaching with hands and arms: Daily
Climbing or balancing: Frequently

Stooping:

Frequently
Use of hands to handle objects: Daily
Lifting up to 10lbs: Daily
Lifting up to 25lbs: Occasionally
Lifting over 25lbs: Occasionally
Talking as express or exchange of ideas verbally: Daily
Hearing as perceive sound by ear: Daily
Vision as distinguish colors & depth: Daily
Special Requirements or Considerations of the

Job:

This position requires a criminal background screen.
Number of Vacancies Multiple
Work Hours Varies

FTE 0.735

Salary Range $14.00
Pay Basis Hourly

Closing Date:

10/08/2025
Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references. References will be contacted upon submission of this application. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.

Advertised:

May 02, 2025
Applications close: October 08, 2025
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