Assistant Researcher
The University of Kansas, Topeka, KS, United States
Overview
Position Overview
The Harris research group is seeking an Assistant Researcher to assist with collecting samples for water quality assessment in Kansas lakes with limnology equipment and in-lake sensors. The Assistant Researcher may also assist with laboratory analyses of water quality samples, such as collecting and analyzing harmful algal bloom (HAB) data.
Job Description
70% - Investigate and sample physical, chemical, and biological factors related to water quality in Kansas Waterbodies via on-lake buoys and shoreline water and sediment sampling.
30% - Develop figures, conduct statistical analyses, and write project reports.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma/GED and four years of related experience OR bachelor's degree in a related field.
Two years of experience collecting water and sediment samples from lakes or reservoirs.
Six (6) months of experience working with on-lake buoys and their data.
Six (6) months of experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, and R studio.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with remote water quality sensors and equipment as evidenced in application materials.
Experience sampling Midwestern US reservoirs as evidenced in application materials.
Experience with real-time water quality buoys and monitoring.
Additional Candidate Instructions
A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
Resume or curriculum vitae.
Contact information for three (3) professional references.
Application review begins Monday, 05/04/2026, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Ted Harris; tedharris@ku.edu; 785-864-1500
Advertised Salary Range
$45,760
Application Review Begins
Monday May 4, 2026
Anticipated Start Date
Friday May 15, 2026
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Position Overview
The Harris research group is seeking an Assistant Researcher to assist with collecting samples for water quality assessment in Kansas lakes with limnology equipment and in-lake sensors. The Assistant Researcher may also assist with laboratory analyses of water quality samples, such as collecting and analyzing harmful algal bloom (HAB) data.
Job Description
70% - Investigate and sample physical, chemical, and biological factors related to water quality in Kansas Waterbodies via on-lake buoys and shoreline water and sediment sampling.
30% - Develop figures, conduct statistical analyses, and write project reports.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma/GED and four years of related experience OR bachelor's degree in a related field.
Two years of experience collecting water and sediment samples from lakes or reservoirs.
Six (6) months of experience working with on-lake buoys and their data.
Six (6) months of experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, and R studio.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with remote water quality sensors and equipment as evidenced in application materials.
Experience sampling Midwestern US reservoirs as evidenced in application materials.
Experience with real-time water quality buoys and monitoring.
Additional Candidate Instructions
A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
Resume or curriculum vitae.
Contact information for three (3) professional references.
Application review begins Monday, 05/04/2026, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Ted Harris; tedharris@ku.edu; 785-864-1500
Advertised Salary Range
$45,760
Application Review Begins
Monday May 4, 2026
Anticipated Start Date
Friday May 15, 2026
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