Grant Specialist

The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment is seeking a Grant Specialist in San Marcos, CA. The role involves field and lab work on grant-funded projects analyzing trace elements in bay sediment. Candidates should have a Master's in a relevant field, with at least two years of experience in marine ecotoxicology and skills in data analysis and GIS. This full-time position offers a monthly salary of $3,500.
Posting Information

Posting Information

Posting Number 2025403 Posting/Functional Title Grant Specialist University Pay Plan Title Grant Specialist Location San Marcos Department Biology Recruitment Type Open to All Job Type Full-Time Funding Source Grant Monthly Salary $3,500.00 Job Category Exempt Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
• Master’s Degree in Biology, Aquatic Resources, Marine Biology, or related discipline
• At least two years experience in estuarine and/or marine ecotoxicology
• Experience collecting bay sediment using piston cores and grab samplers
• Experience processing sediment samples in the lab for grain size analysis, organic matter content, and trace element analysis
• Experience using GIS, R, SigmaPlot, and MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience using sediment quality guidelines in risk assessment for estuarine organisms
• Experience identifying and collecting tissue samples from estuarine and marine fishes
• Experience identifying and collecting benthic organisms
• Experience surveying the public about their fishing activities

Job Description

The Grant Specialist will work under the supervision of Dr. Jessica Dutton on grant funded projects investigating the concentration of trace elements in bay sediment along the mid-Texas coast and whether trace element concentrations are high enough to pose a risk to the health of estuarine organisms. This is a 12-month position, with the possibility of extension if additional funds become available.

Job Duties
• Collect sediment samples in the field and process samples in the lab
• Conduct data analysis and make figures and tables for presentations and publications
• Present results at scientific conferences
• Assist in writing reports and manuscripts for publication
• Assist with other field and lab activities as needed

Additional Information to Applicants Job Open Date 04/08/2025 Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight) 04/22/2025 Open Until Filled No Normal Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM Posting Notices You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter and letter of recommendation to your application., You will be required to electronically attach a transcript. Legal and Required Notices

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• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
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• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

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Applicant Document

Required Documents
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
• Letter of Recommendation #1
• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Recommendation #2

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