Research Science Assistant I, Center for Archaeological Research

Research Science Assistant I, Center for Archaeological
Research

Location: San Antonio, TX

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job ID: 16574

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Position Information
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San
Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research
university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical
discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the
third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie
R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and
excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health
across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately
42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science,
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business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San
Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by
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Salary Range: Up to $19.64 per hour,
commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Part Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be
accepted until filled. At the discretion of the hiring department,
this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified
applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is preferred

Job Details
Job Summary

The Research Science Assistant I is
responsible for assignments that require technical knowledge to
modify or adapt routine procedures, under a supervisor's direction,
to meet special research requirements. This role assists with
assignments that require a basic working knowledge of engineering
or scientific methods, such as research, design, or experimental
testing.

This is a grant-funded position dependent on
availability of funds and/or departmental need.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological field surveys, including shovel testing,

monitoring, and site documentation, following established
procedures and protocols.

• Collect and record GPS data for field observations and site

locations.

• Collaborate with team members to ensure safety, quality, and

efficiency in all project tasks.

• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to comply with all applicable grant, regulatory,

state, and federal requirements associated with this role, which
includes a Bachelor's degree in anthropology, or archaeology.

• 1 year of experience in anthropology, history, or a related

field.

• Must have or be able to get a Texas driver's license.
• This position may require the ability to maintain the security

and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas
EO-GA-48.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a university-based

archaeological field school or related experience.

• Minimum of 3-6 months of archaeological

field and/or lab experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic research equipment
• Communication
• Compliance
• Statistics

Working Conditions

• Usual laboratory, office, or outdoor field work.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied or difficult terrain and

weather conditions on a regular basis.

• Sometimes requires working with hazardous equipment or

materials.

• Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or

other business-related events.

• Workdays, areas, and work hours may vary depending on the

department's needs.

Physical Demands

• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, push,

pull, or otherwise move objects.

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Physical ability to walk, bend, kneel, dig with hand tools, and
stand for prolonged periods.

This position will work primarily on campus and on site
locations. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's
responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check.
Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record
(MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be
able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by
time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action
employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San
Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all
individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender
identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or
genetic information, and veteran status. The University is
committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all
government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.

To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to
https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/UTZ_CG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=16574&PostingSeq=1

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