TES Research Assistant, Auburn

Salary Range:

USD $20.00/Hr. - USD $28.00/Hr.

Job Type:

Temporary

Department:

Biosystems Engineering

Associated Division:

College of Agriculture

Req ID:

8862

Overview

The Department of Biosystems Engineering at Auburn University is seeking candidates for a TES Research Assistant. The selected candidate will provide technical support to biosystems engineering programs.

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time

Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads

Assistance with special projects

Seasonal work

Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

AU students are not eligible for

TES

.

Responsibilities

Essential functions but not limited to the following:

Assist with Precision Agriculture work in the department

Assist with managing Biosystems Engineering geospatial

Troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance of research and teaching equipment

Assist with logistical operations that include equipment, materials and labor needs

Record, compile, process, and analyze data/samples

Assist with preparation of documents for publications and presentations

Assist with execution of funded projects and planning of meetings

Communicates with Biosystems Engineering faculty and staff, and appropriate offices regarding assessment data

Assist with equipment inventories, and work orders

Assist with execution of funded projects and planning of meetings

Perform other duties as assigned by the department head

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Biological and Agricultural Technology Management, Biosystems Engineering, Agricultural Engineering or other closely related technology field.

Valid driver's license.

Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact:

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Culture of Excellence:

We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

We're Here for You:

Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

Sweet Home Alabama:

The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

A Place for Everyone:

Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

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