Temporary Aquatic Field Technician

North Carolina State University; Kings Mountain (NC); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for Temporary Workers

Career Enhancement Courses

Free Entry to Non-Revenue Sporting

Childcare Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

North Carolina State University is seeking a Temporary Aquatic Field Technician in Kings Mountain, NC. The role includes leading fieldfish sampling and collecting habitat data as part of a project assessing the impacts of dam removal on aquatic ecosystems.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field, along with fieldwork experience, including skills like electrofishing and R programming. The position offers flexible hours, including some weekends.

Qualifications

• Combination of training and experience to perform job duties.
• Comfortable working on large waterbodies like rivers and lakes.
• Valid NC Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Lead fieldfish sampling and identify fish using dichotomous key.
• Collect stream habitat data for project evaluating dam removal impacts.
• Work schedule may require weekend work and longer hours in the field.

Skills

Field-work experience

Electrofishing

R programming

Scientific writing

Data analysis

Boating experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: PG196217TM

Position Number: 11ASO3760

Position Type: Temporary

Essential Job Duties: Lead fieldfish sampling, use dichotomous key to identify fish, collect stream habitat data for project evaluating impacts of dam removal on freshwater fish and stream habitat.

Is Time Limited: No

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and 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 each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State: Kings Mountain, NC

Department: Applied Ecology

System Information

Classification Title: Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title: Temporary Aquatic Field Technician

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule: 9am-5pm (flexible, may require some weekend work); may require longer consecutive hours over fewer days of week when conducting field work

Other Work/Responsibilities: n/a

Minimum Experience/Education: Combination of training and experience to perform job duties

• Bachelor's level training in biology, environmental science, hydrology, natural resources, or related field
• Experience conducting field-work in environmental discipline through previous positions or coursework
• Comfortable working on large waterbodies (rivers, lakes, reservoirs)

• Experience with electrofishing, working on watercraft, and acoustic telemetry
• Experience with scientific technical writing/editing
• Experience with basic data analysis and R programming
• Boating experience

• Valid driver's license

Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range: $18-$20/hr

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date: 09/21/2026

Applicant Information

Quick Link: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/235183

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

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

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