Research Assistant III
- 503417
- Remote Locations, New Mexico, United States
- Staff
- Staff Full-time
- Closing at: Apr 20 2026 - 23:55 MDT
Department Contact: Sangu Angadi, 575-985-2292 ext 105, angadis@nmsu.edu
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Advertising Summary: The Agricultural Science Center at Clovis is seeking a dynamic Research Assistant III to plan and conduct controlled-environment, laboratory, and field research on plants and root systems. Please apply today!
Position Details
Position Title: Research Assistant III
College/Division: Agricultural Experiment Station
Department: 317600-AG SCIENCE CTR AT CLOVIS
Location: Agricultural Experiment Station
Offsite Location (if applicable): Clovis, NM
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications.
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule:
Job Duties and Responsibilities: **This is a one-year appointment. May be extended contingent upon funding.
Plan and conduct controlled-environment, laboratory, and field research on plants and root systems; collect, interpret, and analyze data; prepare and present research findings; and coordinate research activities to support reporting requirements and successful completion of NMSU deliverables for federally funded projects.
- Design and conduct multiple research projects in support of organizational and programmatic goals.
- Collect, manage, and document research samples, data, and related information; coordinate research activities and team efforts to ensure timely and accurate data collection.
- Analyze and interpret research data; prepare summaries, reports, and other materials for review, presentation, and submission.
- Provide research support to the Project Director and collaborating investigators by assisting with planning, implementation, and execution of research activities.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Associate’s Degree + 2 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree.
Equivalent Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Certification/Licensure:
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment: Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
Recruitment Summary
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