Position Details Advertising/Posting Title Casella Center Research Specialist Posting Summary Coordinate and implement advanced research, technical work, and complex data analysis for the Casella Center for Circular Economy & Sustainability, including life cycle assessment, laboratory experimentation, technology pilot testing, and interdisciplinary research focused on sustainable materials management. Draft Center Fact Sheets. Supervise undergraduate student employees. Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Master’s degree in a related scientific field required (e.g., Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering). Ability to work independently and cooperatively with other researchers, as well as supervise undergraduate research assistants. Ability to problem solve, demonstrated writing and quantitative capabilities, and a record of leadership. Experience with complex data analysis is required. Valid U.S. driver’s license is required. Desirable Qualifications Two to five years of related experience beyond master’s degree. Experience with life cycle assessment and related software (e.g., openLCA) and datasets (e.g., ecoinvent) is strongly desired. Experience with environmental chemistry and biology laboratory tasks is desired. Experience with statistical programming and modeling in R is desired. Fluency with Excel, Word. Graphic design skills. Interdisciplinary collaboration. Anticipated Pay Range $50,000 - $60,000 Other Information Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, A probationary period may be required, Travel to and from worksites required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position FLSA Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate) Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Open Date 03/03/2025 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No Position Information Position Title Research Specialist Posting Number S5554PO Department Rubenstein Sch Env & Nat Res/57000 Position Number 00027492 Employee FTE 1.0 Employee Term 12 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents + Other Document (1)