Extension Assistant

Responsibilities

• Sample receiving and organization
• Performance of analysis of samples and recording data
• Properly archive analysis, samples and data to retrieve necessary
• Maintain order in the lab and ensure that all is kept clean and tidy
• Monitor inventory in storage and lab spaces to ensure no stoppage of work occurs
• Engage in the development and delivery of extension outreach materials for public consumption
• Affords assistance with program and outreach efforts
• Produces and or delivers presentations
• Affords assistance in the initiation of applied research studies, collects, and processes data and generates reports
• Other duties as required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Soil or Water Science or degree related to natural resources
• No prior experience required

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and some basic statistical analysis of data
• Knowledge of word processing, database, presentation and spreadsheet applications
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills