Jobs UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO BOULDER

As the University's oldest institute, INSTAAR has a long history of responding to pressing environmental issues including climate change. Our traditional focus has been on alpine, Arctic, and Antarctic regions, where effects of global change are especially pronounced. In recent decades, our research has broadened to include environmental challenges that span local, regional, and global scales. INSTAAR’s research activities integrate field studies, state-of-the-art laboratory experiments, sample analysis, and numerical and laboratory modeling. Our field sites are located across all seven continents and the world's oceans.

Our expertise across disciplines helps us generate influential science that can inform public and policy decisions and move us toward a more sustainable society. INSTAAR's national and international research leadership is augmented by exceptional strength in graduate education and bringing undergraduates into the research process.

The temporary research technician will successfully assist research faculty and graduate students with both field and lab-related tasks related to critical zone research. The technician will be expected to complete tasks including (but not limited to) construction, installation, and maintenance of heat pulse thermal dissipation probes, surface and groundwater sampling and sample filtration, and assisting with water potential measurements.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, or closely related field.
• Must have at least one year of field and lab work experience and be familiar with field and lab methods and safety protocols.

• Ability to complete the following tasks with little to no supervision: construction, installation, and maintenance of heat pulse thermal dissipation probes, monitoring snow depth, water sample filtration using a vacuum pump, and up-keeping laboratory supplies and equipment to a high standard of cleanliness.
• Experience using automated cameras in the field.
• Ability to respond constructively to other's ideas and suggestions and a willingness to develop creative solutions to challenges that arise.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbally and written, including listening and responding to questions optimally. Understanding and dexterity to construct instrumentation consisting of very small wires and electronic devices.
• Proficiency with basic computer software including the Microsoft Office suite, as well as, online collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams or Google Drive.
• Must have the ability to pay close attention to details and keep clear and accurate records.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal daily supervision.

• Valid driver's license for transportation to and from field sites, as well as completion of the required CU Boulder Defensive Driver Training Course.
• The capability of carrying up to 30lbs on rough or steep terrain for 2 miles.