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Research & Engineering Associate: Water Research (In-person)

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ORGANIZATION: Idealist.org

Recruiting Organization: Save the Waterâ„¢

OVERVIEW

  • Hybrid position in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Associates are expected to put in a minimum of 6 hours per week with a flexible schedule.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support the set-up, development, and growth of a new water quality laboratory.
  • Develop and refine analytical chemistry and microbiology experimental design, procedures, QA/QC methods, and data management approaches to assess water quality and contamination.
  • Provide in-person water sampling and research support in the Marina Bay Laboratory (Ft. Lauderdale), Florida Everglades, and surrounding area.
  • Document observations, analyze data, and interpret results.
  • Communicate findings and environmental recommendations via technical reports and presentation decks.

EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

  • Preference for post-secondary education or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline, such as chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, chemical engineering, or civil engineering.
  • Experience conducting wet lab chemistry, microbiology, and/or water research experiments.
  • Experience in developing and growing a new laboratory is an asset.
  • Experience conducting fieldwork or working in a marine environment is an asset.
  • Strong research, critical thinking, analytical, technical communication, and learning skills.

How to apply:

If interested, please fill out our application form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1BYYDzyUGgWS7EfSh3g5D3REA491B0z6Mdz3_4m3G-BL7nQ/viewform

or email your resume to newvolunteers@savethewater.org. We would love to hear from you!

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Fee Amount: None

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About Idealist.org

Location:

389 5th Ave, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10016, US

Mission Statement

To bridge the gap between intention and action in order to bring about social impact.

Description

Idealist is a leading online global resource for finding jobs in the nonprofit sector, as well as volunteer opportunities and graduate school programs for social impact.

CAUSE AREAS

Education & Literacy
Environment
Education & Literacy, Environment

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

2321 Marina Bay Drive WestFort Lauderdale, FL 33312

(26.09268,-80.1721)
 

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