Temporary Research Technician

Essential Job Duties

This position will assist with fieldwork, lab work, and data management for a study on the distribution and population density of the frosted elfin butterfly, a rare species proposed for listing as an endangered species.

Primary fieldwork duties will occur in Holly Shelter Gamelands in Pender County. Example duties include surveying sites for frosted elfin butterfly presence and abundance; measuring habitat and environmental variables; observing and handling butterflies for demographic experiments and surveys. Example lab duties include estimating floral nectar production. Example data management duties include data entry. The person in this position may also contribute to outreach and communication activities related to the frosted elfin.

This position will run from March 15, 2026 – September 15, 2026. Lodging will be provided in Hampstead from March 15 through June 15. For the remainder of the appointment, the position will be based on the main campus of NCSU, and the employee will be responsible for securing their own housing.

Work Schedule:

20–40 hrs per week between 8–5, Monday–Friday. Flexibility to accommodate weather and the biology of the study organism will be required.

Is Time Limited:
No.

Position Title:

Temporary Research Technician.
Position Type:
Temporary.
Department: DEPP.
Job City & State:
Raleigh, NC.
Position Number: 11

ASO
3650.
Posting Number: PG195745TM.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $19/hr.
Job Open Date: 02/04/2026.

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free
• Childcare discounts
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community

Disclaimer:
Perks and benefit eligibility is based on Part‑Time or Full‑Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within the links offered.

• Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties
• Experience in ecological field and lab research
• Ability to follow established protocols
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work outdoors in high heat and humidity
• Experience collecting and accurately entering data
• Attention to detail
• Punctual
• Ability to handle small, live insects

• B.S. in Wildlife Biology, Entomology, Biology or equivalent
• Experience working with live insects
• Experience identifying butterflies and/or caterpillars

• Valid driver's license
• Valid NC Driver's License required

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degrees must be obtained prior to the start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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