Data Entry Research Assistant in Albuquerque, NM

Job title: Data Entry Research Assistant in Albuquerque, NM at University of New Mexico
Company: University of New Mexico
Job description: Requisition ID req33054
Working Title Data Entry Research Assistant
Pay $14.00 Hourly
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department AS Biology General Administrative (048F)
Employment Type Student Employment
Student Type
Status Non-Exempt
Background Check Required
For Best Consideration Date 4/28/2025
Position Summary Natural Heritage New Mexico (NHNM) is looking for students who are passionate about biological conservation to research, enter, and update data in our rare species database and assist with conservation-related research. The job includes analyzing data sources, entering data into databases, mapping locations of rare species with ArcGIS, quality checking data, and research on New Mexico plants and animals. There may also be opportunities to assist occasionally with field data collection during summer months.
NHNM student technicians receive on-the-job training in ecological research, GIS, and data management through relational databases. There is potential for expanded job duties as skills are mastered. The successful candidates' work with NHNM will aid and support wildlife managers throughout New Mexico and the region. Hours are flexible.
1. Review documents for relevant data to enter.
2. Enter data into NHNM databases.
3. Map locations in GIS mapping software.
4. Check previously entered data for accuracy.
5. May occasionally perform ecology field research tasks under supervision of
senior research technicians.
6. Performs miscellaneous web and database job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications 1. Biology background desired; conservation biology preferred.
2. Knowledge of ArcGIS and databases (i.e. Microsoft Access, SQL) or other data
entry.
3. Ability to organize and give attention to detail.
4. Be responsible, self-disciplined, and self-motivated.
Application InstructionsOnly applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, to submit an application. Please submit a resume and cover letter with UNMJobs application.The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Expected salary: $14 per hour
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Job date: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 02:14:28 GMT
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