Temporary Aquatic Field Technician

NC State University; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attend sporting events for free

Childcare discounts

Wellness membership

Wellness programs

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Temporary Aquatic Field Technician in Kings Mountain, NC to lead fieldfish sampling, identify species using a dichotomous key, and collect stream habitat data for a project evaluating the impacts of dam removal on freshwater fish.

Work schedule is 9am-5pm with flexibility and occasional weekend work; experience in fieldwork and comfort with large waterbodies is preferred.

Qualifications

• 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)

Responsibilities

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

Skills

electrofishing

working on watercraft

acoustic telemetry

scientific technical writing/editing

basic data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s level training in biology, environmental science, hydrology, natural resources, or related field

Tools

R programming

Job description

Lead fieldfish sampling, use dichotomous key to identify fish, collect stream habitat data forproject evaluating impacts of dam removal on freshwater fish and stream habitat.

Is Time Limited

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.

• 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.

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Department Information

Job City & State

Job City & State Kings Mountain, NC

Department

Department Applied Ecology

System Information

Classification Title

Working Title

Working Title Temporary Aquatic Field Technician

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule

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
• Combination of training and experience to perform job duties

Department Required Skills

• 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)

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

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

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.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

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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NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
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