8973BR

Position Title:

Research Assistant

Organization:

COS Thomas H Gosnell School of Life Sciences

Job Responsibilities:

• Laboratory and field research, including field sample collection, laboratory experimentation and analysis. These activities require the ability to participate in strenuous physical activity on land and on the water.

• Travel to local and regional field sites.

• Maintenance of equipment and laboratory protocols and procedures, management of project data, and training of students

• Community engagement and outreach

• Maintenance project website and social media

• Project organization, coordination with project partners, assistance with reporting

• Ordering supplies

FLSA Category:

Non-exempt

Requisition Number:

8973BR

College/Division:

College of Science

Required Application Documents:

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References

Employment Category:

Fulltime

Additional Details:

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Required Minimum Education Level:

BS

How To Apply:

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or BR number.

Wage Band (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/staff-wage-grade-bands) :

114H

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Evidence of ability to work independently

• Research experience in both laboratory and field settings

• Familiarity with basic Microsoft, Google and statistical applications

• Excellent organizational skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to participate in strenuous field activities

• A valid driver’s license is required for travel to local and regional field sites.

PLEASE NOTE: The individual hired for this position will be required to have a pre-employment Motor Vehicle check, and the Motor Vehicle Report must clear RIT's Safe Driving Policy (https://www.rit.edu/fa/transportationaccident-policysafety#rit-vehicle-driver-safety) . (see Page 4)

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS Degree is an environmental or related field

• Bench work, especially analysis of microplastic in environmental samples and biogeochemistry

• Lab management experience

• Evidence of commitment to dissemination of research to scientific and community audiences

Department/College Description:

The Thomas H. Gosnell School of Life Sciences (GSoLS) comprises 27 full-time Faculty, 6 full-time staff and approximately 300 full-time students across our undergraduate majors of Biology, Biotechnology and Molecular Bioscience, Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, and Environmental Science; and approximately 50 graduate students in our two Masters programs in Bioinformatics and Environmental Science. GSoLS is known for high-quality education, innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and excellent research and expertise in target areas including bioinformatics, computational biology, earth system and environmental science, biotechnology and STEM education.

The RIT College of Science offers 13 undergraduate programs and 14 graduate programs including 4 PhD and 17 BS/MS programs. The College has established an inclusive community that embraces social justice and equity among our education, research, and the scientific community at large. Our students benefit from the intersection of science and technology at RIT, including access and training with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and facilities starting in their first year at RIT. As one of the top external grant-funded colleges on campus, the College of Science gives students unrivaled opportunities to engage in real-world research with supportive faculty mentors. Our alumni stand out from their peers at Cornell, MIT, Harvard, Regeneron, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, and the Cleveland Clinic, just to name a few.

What do we believe at RIT?:

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/humanresources/benefits) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Work Location:

Hybrid — Remote/On-campus

Job Summary:

The College of Science at the Rochester Institute of Technology invites applicants for a project assistant under the supervision of Dr. Christy Tyler. The candidate will join an interdisciplinary, collaborative, and growing plastic pollution research and education team. The successful candidate will serve as the project assistant for the RIT portion of the recently funded P01 Lake Ontario Center for Microplastic and Human Health, a collaborative Center at RIT and the University of Rochester supported by the National Institutes for Environmental Health Sciences (NIH) and the National Science Foundation’s Ocean and Human Health Program. Responsibilities include assisting with field and laboratory research, project administration, and community engagement. The research activities will focus on climate-driven input, transport, and fate of plastic debris in the Lake Ontario watershed and nearshore region.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate will have background and some experience in research, including both field and laboratory work. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in plastic pollution research. Successful candidates will be creative and innovative problem solvers with excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently. We anticipate funding this position for five years. The initial appointment will be for one year, with potential for renewal contingent on availability of funding and performance.

Hourly/Salary Minimum:

16

Hourly/Salary Maximum:

25