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Soil Health & Restoration Undergraduate Research Assistant

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Work type: Student Employment
Location: Platteville
Categories: Student Employment

Department & Contact within department:

School of Agriculture

Dr. Chris Baxter

Is Work Study required:

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School Year: Freshman  Sophomore  Junior  Senior Any

Position Description:

 

The UW-Platteville Soil Health, Ecological Enhancement, and Restoration (SHEER) lab seeks an undergraduate research assistant to help carry out soil health and restoration-related research activities under supervision of Dr. Chris Baxter, Professor of Ecological Restoration and Resource Management. 

Job Duties:

 

  • Complete necessary training to conduct field work on lands designated on the EPA’s National Priorities List (HAZWOPER 40-Hr Training)
  • Assist with research plot layout, application of soil amendments, and seeding
  • Collect soil and plant samples following established standard procedures
  • Perform laboratory analysis with minimal supervision
  • Assist with data entry and analysis

Requirements

  • Valid U.S. Driver’s license and eligible to drive University vehicles
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Application Deadline:

Applications must be received by: 05/30/2025

This will be how long the position is advertised in Handshake or how long the application link will be active.  

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Applications close: Central Daylight Time

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