Research Assistant Position Available In Richland, South Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Research Assistant position at the University of South Carolina's College of Arts and Sciences offers a salary of $21.00/hr in Columbia, SC. The role involves supporting water quality and weather monitoring at the NI-WB-NERR, requiring a Bachelor's degree in marine or environmental science. Familiarity with field sampling and water quality monitoring techniques is a plus for this full-time position.
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Job Code Title Research Specialist I Advertised Title Research Assistant Campus Columbia CollegeDivision College of Arts and Sciences Department CAS Belle W. Baruch Institute Salary $21.00hr Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC PartFull Time Full Time Hours per Week 40 Work Scle 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Monday- Friday. Job Search Category Other About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia andprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through abination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, morecatedmunities in South Carolina and beyond. Benefits for Temporary Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the “Working at USC” section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc. Position Description Advertised Job Summary This position temporary position will support the long-term water quality and weather monitoring of the North Inlet – Winyah Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (NI-WB-NERR), which is a requiredponent of the NERR’s annual operations award. The position is needed due to current RGP vacancies and anticipated needs throughout thising summer and fall while we work to rehire vacant RGP staff. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in marine or environmental science, or similar. Familiarity with field sampling, working from small boats, and water quality monitoring techniques are a plus. Job Duties Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 05012025 Proposed End Date 12302025 Job Open Date 04182024 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant Please email colelsmailbox.sc once application ispleted. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. Quicklink for Posting uscjobs.scpostings185991 EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate incational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIVAIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery tfrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. Position Attributes Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. SafetySecurity Sensitive or Requires a CDL No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter