Extension Assistant

Job Title: Extension Assistant Agency: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Department: Biological & Agricultural Engineering Salary: $2,916.67 per month Location: Dallas, Texas Job Type: Staff Responsibilities Participates with faculty in the development of experiments. Conducts field and laboratory work. Installs and maintains research/demonstration plots under the supervision of a resident faculty member. Analyzes and maintains detailed records of data and prepares written summaries of results for inclusion in reports and manuscripts. Collects background information for technical and non‑technical publications. Utilizes computers to gather background research, conduct literature reviews, and generate statistical displays and reports. Assists in ensuring availability of proper research equipment and laboratory supplies and procures supplies when necessary. Performs other research or experimental duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a similar discipline. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience with conducting field data collection and the analysis and presentation of data. Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and technical equipment. Ability to effectively utilize computer and applicable software for data management and presentation. Knowledge of MS Excel, including generating graphs. Good writing skills. Excellent communication skills. Highly organized. Ability to function as part of a team. Ability to multi‑task and work cooperatively with others. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge and understanding of the mission and role of the land‑grant university system. Benefits Health, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums. 12–15 days of annual paid holidays. Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month. Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife. Equal Opportunity/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. #J-18808-Ljbffr