Research Manager

The Montana State University Extension Water Quality (MSUEWQ) program works to address the broad spectrum of water quality education and information needs of a diverse audience throughout Montana and its neighboring states through research, education, and outreach. Duties and Responsibilities Coordinate group meetings. Co-lead lab activities. Co-lead field activities. Assist with grant writing. Assist with administration of current and forthcoming grant awards. Onboard new employees. Mentor graduate students. Act as lead and supporting author on peer reviewed journal articles. General lab management activities as they arise. Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills High attention to detail and organizational skills. A masters of science degree in environmental science. Experience with water quality monitoring.

Strong quantitative skills using:

Excel, R statistical software, Python, ArcGIS, and Hydrus 1D. Experience conducting on farm research in partnership with agricultural producers. Demonstration of capabilities to present scientific information to a broad range of audiences. Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Experience with research in irrigated agriculture. Experience with public engagement and community education. Experience with grant writing. Experience processing samples in an analytical lab setting. The Successful Candidate Will The successful applicant should be able to lead field instrumentation for water and nitrogen flux through cultivated soils as well as conduct data wrangling and soil water flux modeling in Hydrus 1D. Position Special Requirements/Additional Information This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This position has supervisory duties? No Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be: Screening of applications will begin on May 20, 2026 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. Special Instructions This position is not eligible for new sponsorship. To be considered, please submit: A current curriculum vitae Letter of interest addressing each of the required qualifications EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.