Job Title

Research Scientist-Modeling

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Texas Institute for Applied Environmental Research

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Description / Summary

Responsible for coordinating and directing day to day project activities, supervising the work of others on project tasks, and aiding in the development new project proposals. Performs applied research across a broad spectrum of activities including development and application of environmental models, performance of field studies, and analysis of environmental data. Prepares and publishes project reports, conference papers, educational brochures and peer reviewed journal articles. This is an in-office position located in Stephenville, Texas with normal work hours of Monday to Friday; from 8am to 5pm or as work requirements indicate. This position requires a flexible work schedule, which at times will require frequent attendance during evenings and weekends with occasional travel.

Responsibilities:

55% Modification and application of water quality / hydrodynamic models

10% Perform field monitoring efforts

15% Statistical analysis of field and modeling data

15% Preparation of reports, papers, and publications at meetings and scientific conferences

5% Performs other duties as assigned

Education:

Required: Ph.D. in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience  Environmental Science, Engineering or related field

Experience:

Required: Six years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Advance research skills and technical expertise.

Ability to simulate and develop environmental and environmental models.  

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 multi task and work cooperatively with others.

The target base annual salary is commensurate with experience and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!Doctoral Educational Assistance – Full-time budgeted employees at all A&M System Universities, Agencies, and System Offices are qualified for reimbursement of tuition and mandatory fees. Eligibility: This program is applicable to the pursuit of a first doctorate degree only to full-time, budgeted employees who have been in a position no less than 2 long semesters. Click the link for additional details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning

Fully covered employee health insuranceReimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.Dental insuranceVision insuranceRetirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

Paid sick leaveHoliday payVacationLongevity payPaid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts eventsTarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.Employee Wellness Release TimeStaff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreationand other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.