CareerPlan

Student Field Research Support Assistant

Auburn University, ALFull-time2026-07-23 → 2026-11-11

Core

Field research support for measuring methane emissions at landfill sites using advanced monitoring technology.

Role type

Student field research assistant

Builds

Field data collection and maintenance of scientific instruments for environmental research

Domain

Environmental science / Atmospheric sciences

Required skills

4x4 truck driving, field data collection, instrument maintenance, site inspection, scientific research methods

Preferred skills

Earth systems science interest, sophomore or senior level

Technologies

Methane monitoring instrumentation, eddy covariance systems

Responsibilities

Travel to landfill site, conduct routine site visits, maintain and clean sensors, inspect system performance, download field data, maintain field notes

Seniority

Student (Sophomore/Senior)