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Type of Position:

Clerical

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Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

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Sponsorship Available:

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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EPA Grant

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Summary of Job Duties:

UA Little Rock is seeking to hire an Extra Help Assistant/Field and Lab Assistant in the School of Physical Sciences - Geology Program. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

Some college and field experience.

Job Duties and/or Responsibilities:

Aid in the collection of samples, parameters, and notes in the field;
Drive to sampling locations;
Take stream discharge measurements;
Mail samples to appropriate labs;
Follow quality assurance and quality control procedures;
Analyze samples in a lab;
Prepare for sampling events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Familiarity with hydrology/hydrogeology principles;
Dependable form of transportation;
Ability to work with water sampling equipment;
Ability to analyze samples in the lab;
Spreadsheet computing skills;
Preparation of reports;
Good time management skills.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$15/hour

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Heather Black, Assistant Professor of Geology; 501-916-5765; hblack@ualr.edu

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Motor Vehicle Reports Check

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Standing, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Driving

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crawling, Grasping, Kneeling, Pulling, Reaching, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

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