Marine Lab Manager: Oyster Biosensor Projects

University of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Hampshire is seeking a motivated Research Technician / Lab Manager to support a NOAA Saltonstall-Kennedy-funded project on oyster biosensors for Gulf of Maine aquaculture yield and food safety. This two-year, grant-funded role reports to the PI and co-PI and offers growth and collaboration across multiple research projects.

The role includes field and lab work, data management, SOP development, and mentorship of students, with a focus on ecological science and open

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marine science, biology, environmental science, engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Experience with field and/or laboratory research in marine or aquatic systems.
• Strong organizational and project management skills for coordinating tasks and personnel.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork in coastal marine environments, including on boats and in variable weather.

Responsibilities

• Assist construction, testing, and maintenance of oyster biosensor units and data transmission systems.
• Coordinate fieldwork logistics including permitting, equipment prep, and data collection.
• Oversee lab equipment, field gear, and computing resources.
• Support data management, cleaning and archiving of large ecological datasets.
• Develop SOPs and safety guidelines; assist with coding and analyses in R.

Skills

Organizational and project management

Field and/or laboratory research

Written and verbal communication

Arduino/electronics familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in marine science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Arduino

Electronics

Data management software

Job description

The University of New Hampshire is seeking a motivated Research Technician / Lab Manager to support a NOAA Saltonstall-Kennedy-funded project on oyster biosensors for Gulf of Maine aquaculture yield and food safety. This two-year, grant-funded role reports to the PI and co-PI and offers growth and collaboration across multiple research projects.

The role includes field and lab work, data management, SOP development, and mentorship of students, with a focus on ecological science and open