Electronic Mail Memo From: Stephen C.Nodvin Date: May 26, 1993 Subject: Finalized position announcement -------------------------------------------------------------- POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Position 26440 Research Assistant (one year, renewable: contingent upon funding) Location University of Tennessee, Knoxville plus field work in National Parks Effective Date Applications accepted until August 15, 1993 or until a suitable candidate is identified. Interviews will begin August 1, 1993. Job Description To assist with development and maintenance of research monitoring systems for nutrient cycling and stream discharge from terrestrial ecosystems. To assist in research budget tracking, and renew research permits. To assist in the compilation, analysis, and presentation of research findings. Requirements Minimum of a Bachelors degree in biology, natural resources, ecology, aquatic chemistry, or a related field. Prior experience with scientific research procedures. Must possess good writing and oral presentation skills in order to assist with the compilation and presentation of results. Must exhibit an understanding of ecological concepts. Physical Requirements: The maintenance of field operations requires the performance of the following tasks: hiking distances up to two miles in steep forested terrain in snow conditions, carrying backpacks and buckets weighing up to 30 pounds, using hand tools for construction and installation of field equipment. Salary $18,000 per year Fringe Benefits All basic University Benefits to include hospitalization, retirement, and annual & sick leave. ------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply Mail resume, transcripts and three professional reference letters to: Dr. George Weaver Professor and Head RE: UT-CPSU Res. Asst. Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries Dept. Knoxville, Tennessee 37901-1071 (615) 974-3897 The University of Tennessee (campus or unit) does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status in provision of educational opportunities or employment opportunities and benefits. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex or handicap in the education programs and activities which it operates, pursuant to the requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Pub.L.92-318; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Pub.L.93-112; respectively. This policy extends to both employment by and admission to the University. Inquiries concerning Title IX and Section 504 should be directed to the Office of the Director Affirmative Action, P.O. Box 1071, Knoxville, TN 37901-1071, 615-974-7275. Charges of violation of the above policy should also be directed to the Office of the Director for Affirmative Action. ------------------------------------------------------ JOB DESCRIPTION (Vacant) Research Assistant - Forest Ecologist Department of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries The University of Tennessee Knoxville, Tennessee The incumbent is responsible to the faculty member who is principal investigator of cooperative research projects with the National Park Service. The incumbent will assist project leader in conducting a high elevation watershed study in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The purpose of this work is to assess impacts of acidic atmospheric deposition to high elevation ecosystems in the Park by monitoring atmospheric deposition, soil solution and stream chemistries. The monitoring provides information about air quality and sensitivity of high elevation ecosystems. The incumbent will assist in management of field operations including maintenance of the research monitoring equipment, and assist with budget tracking and projection, and the preparation of research results for presentations and publications. Assisting Management of Research Monitoring Project: Responsibilities will include assisting with the design and implementation of protocols for field collections and laboratory analyses; installing and maintaining field equipment including hydrologic flumes, field computers, and water quality monitors. (S)he will supervise one technician in these duties. Budgeting: The incumbent will assist with the purchasing of field equipment and supplies; tracking and projecting the research budget; and maintaining documentation and research permits for the project. Presentation of Findings: The incumbent will assist with the preparation and presentation of research findings. Responsibilities will include the compilation and analysis of data; assisting the Principal Investigator in interpretation of findings and the preparation of scientific articles; preparation of abstracts and presentation of results at conferences. The incumbent maintains professional contacts with research collaborators. The incumbent will operate University of Tennessee vehicles used in travel to the site and collection of samples. The incumbent will be stationed at the University of Tennessee's Agricultural Campus at Knoxville. However, (s)he will work at or near the field sites, during periods of instrument installation or intensive sampling. The maintenance of field operations requires the performance of the following tasks: hiking distances up to two miles in steep forested terrain in snow conditions, carrying backpacks and buckets weighing up to 30 pounds, using hand tools for construction and installation of field equipment. Prepared May, 1993. *--------------------------------------------------------------------------* | Stephen C. Nodvin; National Park Service-Cooperative Park Studies Unit | | Dept. Forestry/ Univ. Tennessee Internet: NODVIN@UTKVX.UTK.edu | | Knoxville, Tennessee 37901-1071 USA BITNET: NODVIN@UTKVX.bitnet | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+
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