TEMP-Lab/Research Support- Climate and Energy Policy Lab

Job Title TEMP-Lab/Research Support- Climate and Energy Policy Lab Location Atlanta, GA Job Summary Provide support services in the operation and maintenance of an academic or research laboratory to include performing analyses; set up, operation, maintenance and cleaning of equipment; and maintaining stock of supplies. Specific duties will be determined based on assignment and unit needs. This position will interact on a consistent basis with academic and/or research faculty members, staff and students. It typically will advise and counsel lab users. Georgia Institute of Technology (GT) is hiring a temporary lab assistant to support an interdisciplinary team at the Climate and Energy Policy Lab in the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School of Public Policy (SPP). The work would involve running two modeling scenarios and analyzing outputs from GT‑NEMS to estimate the economy‑wide impacts of emerging energy policies, technologies and demand‑supply drivers. There may also be similar analysis using the RMI Energy Policy Simulator. Responsibilities Setup, operate and maintain instruments and other equipment used in performing lab tests and experiments. Order supplies and materials as required; maintain records. Setup laboratory media/equipment for demonstrations. May clean instruments, glassware and other lab equipment. Prepare and process laboratory samples for use in assigned tests. Perform other duties as assigned. Characterize, run and document alternative energy techno‑policy scenarios in the GT‑NEMS modeling system. Disseminate research findings in online conferences and seminars. Contribute significantly to writing and the preparation of graphics for research papers and reports derived from the modeling analysis. Engage with faculties, researchers and external organizations to promote the use‑case of GT‑NEMS for policy analysis. Support writing of research proposals to obtain funding for future research. Qualifications Education: High school diploma, GED Certificate or Vocational School Diploma. Experience: Up to two years of job related experience. Experience with NEMS is an essential requirement. Experience with the RMI Energy Policy Simulator is also valuable. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This job requires working knowledge in the use of instrumentation and other lab equipment, laboratory processes and procedures specific to assigned lab. Skills in inventory management and the use of specialized computer applications is required. Salary $38.50/hr Contact Information Questions about the position may be directed to Marilyn Brown at View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual’s race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. It also prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. A successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Background Check The candidate of choice will be required to pass a pre‑employment background screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Institute of Technology