Job Information
Washington State University Research Technologist 3 in Pullman, Washington
Research Technologist 3
Available Title(s):
323J-YNCSNPS - Research Technologist 3
Business Title:
Research Technologist 3
Employee Type:
Classified
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
12 Month
Position Details:
Summary of Duties: As the Research Technologist in the Sports Science Laboratory (SSL) you will independently perform investigative scientific procedures on sports gear and equipment using a wide variety of research techniques with project goals; making modifications as needed; while documenting and reducing data pertaining to SSL research; as well as creating reports as requested. Other duties include maintaining and repairing SSL research equipment and tools; assisting with SSL operations; and supervising, coordinating, and training other SSL staff.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate field of technology or science and two years experience as a Research Technologist, or equivalent; OR an advanced degree in an appropriate scientific field; OR equivalent education/experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Ability to operate testing equipment, machines, and shop tools.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to work well with colleagues, students, and external constituencies
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Excellent communication skills; oral, written, and electronic.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Supervisory experience.
Additional Information:
Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture
Department Name: School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering
City, State, Zip: Pullman, WA, 99164
Department Link: https://mme.wsu.edu
Monthly Salary: Range $3,700 to $4,968 A-M | Successful candidates typically begin at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with https://app.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=357-28 OR applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes: paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Benefit-Overview-for-Civil-Service.pdf and https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.
Overtime Eligibility: Overtime Eligible
FTE: 100%
This is a permanent position.
Posting Close Date: Applicants must submit their completed application by March 8, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to univers