Job Description
The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives
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JOB TITLE: Data Assistant
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION: Wyoming Natural Diversity Database (WYNDD) offers the most complete information for Wyoming's species and habitats of conservation concern
We serve federal and state agencies, consultants, and the public
WYNDD data, analyses, and staff expertise contribute to effective strategies of natural resource management and more efficient compliance with environmental regulations.
Job location: Berry Center 315, Physical Sciences 339, some work can be done at home
Pay rate or range: $13.00/hour
Job location: Pay rate or range: $13/hr
JOB PURPOSE: Help with biological research and data management JFNTMP
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Data entry, filing, sorting aquatic invertebrates, and other duties associated with research and data management for species and vegetation communities of conservation concern in Wyoming. Data entry will have the option of working from home, for the most part. Most other duties will be in a lab with a maximum of four people working at a time. Chance for summer employment as biological technician.
An interest in wildlife, aquatic systems, botany, and/or vegetation communities. All majors welcome.
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: This position is eligible for remote work and/or a flexible work schedule.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education
: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
: No experience necessary, just a willingness to work and attention to detail
Other requirements: Must be eligible, have received and accepted work study award through Student Financial Aid for the applicable semester and/or academic year.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: An interest in wildlife, aquatic systems, botany, and/or vegetation communities. All majors and backgrounds welcome.
EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS APPLICABLE TO CAREERS: lab work, learning about research methods, entering data for analysis, interacting with scientists
REQUIRED MATERIALS: Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter and resume.
HIRING STATEMENT: UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email
jobapps@uwyo.edu
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ABOUT LARAMIE: The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit
Job Tags
Remote job, Summer work, Outdoor, Flexible hours,