Research Technician - Advanced

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Posting Number PG194771SP

Research Technician - Advanced

$53,000

Applied Aquatic Ecology Center

The overall goal of the Center for Applied Aquatic Ecology (CAA

E) is to provide services and service-related research and training of young scientists about surface water quality, impacts of nutrient over-enrichment and related pollutants on aquatic ecosystems (freshwater to marine), algal ecology, and education outreach in aquatic science. Our work requires specialized facilities and equipment such as a state-certified water quality analytical laboratory with several acid-resistant fume hoods and acid-resistant plumbing, research microscopes and algal culturing facilities, boats and gear for sampling surface waters, and real-time remote monitoring platforms in aquatic field sites.

High-quality data from the CAAE contributes to the State environmental agency database and to research projects at the CAAE and to graduate students’ research in other NCSU laboratories. The CAAE’s water quality research and monitoring programs are important in helping to safeguard human health and beneficial aquatic life in fresh waters and estuaries, such as the center’s long-term efforts in several potable source-water reservoirs, which are depended upon by more than 750,000 North Carolinians.

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This position supports critical water quality research by assisting scientists with laboratory and field-based projects on local and state water bodies. The role involves frequent travel to aquatic field sites, operating and trailering boats in a variety of weather conditions, maintaining specialized equipment, and ensuring accurate collection and analysis of water quality data. The position also contributes to student training and outreach efforts while upholding strict safety and quality standards.

Success in this role requires strong communication, teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic, field-oriented environment.

• Assist research scientists with ongoing laboratory and field projects on local and state water bodies
• Travel to aquatic field sites and conduct sampling activities in all types of weather, within safety constraints
• Operate boats and transport trailered boats to and from field sites; perform routine operation of outboard motors
• Perform basic maintenance of boats, motors, trailers, and trucks
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot field and laboratory equipment (e.g., data sondes, light meters, current meters)
• Coordinate and perform water sample analyses, following required quality control/quality assurance procedures
• Maintain detailed field and lab records, logs, and documentation for each sampling event
• Assist in compiling datasets, completing reports, and entering final data into databases
• Provide training and guidance in field operations and water sample collection to undergraduate and graduate students
• Support Algal and Analytical Laboratories with general duties as needed
• Participate in outreach and educational activities on an occasional basis
• Routinely lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding field and laboratory tasks
• Perform other laboratory, field, and administrative duties as assigned in support of the center’s mission

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