Job Description

The Research Associate performs advanced research activities requiring specialized knowledge in scientific disciplines. This role involves designing and conducting experiments, analyzing data, preparing research proposals, and supervising research personnel. The position serves as a key contributor to the Texas Native Seeds program, supporting both research and native seed production operations. The role also includes fieldwork, greenhouse oversight, and collaboration on outreach initiatives, with work based in Nacogdoches, Texas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Design, plan, conduct and coordinate experiments in support of various research projects 
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques of routine research; keep detailed records of data. 
• Use computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results 
• Summarize results for inclusion in scientific and clientele oriented publications. 
• Prepare and write proposals to funding agencies; maintain financial accounts related to research projects. 
• Supervise undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research. 
• Install, operate and/or repair research equipment. 

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned. 

Additional Responsibilities 

 Work in remote locations collecting vegetation data. Some data collection may occur under adverse weather conditions. 

Minimum Requirements 

Education– Bachelor’s degree in relevant field  

Experience – Two years of related professional experience.  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 

Knowledge of – Knowledge of appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment.

Ability to –Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks.

Ability to–Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. 

Supervision Received/Given    

Under general supervision; generally supervises 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.